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Strategic Credit Associate

Boston, MA · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$145k-$190kDetected 9 days ago
Financial ModelingAccountingExcelValuationResearchLeadershipCommunicationPublic SpeakingMicrosoft OfficeActuarial ScienceUnderwritingCFA

About the role

  • MassMutual is seeking a highly motivated, solution-oriented investment professional to join MassMutual Investment Management's Fixed Income Portfolio Management team.
  • The role reports to the Head of Strategic Credit.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct in-depth macro, asset class, and sector-level research to evaluate new investment opportunities, inform views on current GIA holdings, and support real-time investment decisions.
  • Lead cross-functional execution on transactions by partnering with external counterparties and internal teams, including operations, legal, accounting, and risk, to advance deals and resolve complex structural or legal issues.
  • Maintain and develop relationships with affiliate and third-party asset managers, oversee existing portfolio holdings, assess ongoing performance, and provide actionable recommendations to Portfolio Managers and senior leadership.
  • Experience reviewing complex transaction documents, including LPAs, indentures, and subscription agreements, in partnership with transaction counsel.
  • Ability to lead diligence on private transactions and serve as a trusted point of contact for external managers, counterparties, counsel, and internal partners.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree
  • 5+ years of experience in financial modeling, enterprise valuation, and fundamental credit analysis.
  • Advanced degree, such as an MBA, or CFA designation.
  • Strong Excel modeling skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office, with the ability to analyze complex datasets and translate findings into actionable insights.
  • In order to meet and exceed their expectations, we must have the best people providing the best thinking, products and services.

Skills

  • Strategic Credit Associate
  • Fixed Income Portfolio Management Team
  • Full-Time, Boston, MA

Compensation

  • At MassMutual, we focus on ensuring fair equitable pay, by providing competitive salaries, along with incentive and bonus opportunities for all employees.
  • Your total compensation package includes either a bonus target or in a sales-focused role a Variable Incentive Compensation component.
  • A career with MassMutual means you will be part of a strong, stable and ethical business with industry leading pay and benefits.
  • $144,800-$190,000

Benefits

  • As a company owned by our policyowners, we are defined by mutuality and our vision to put customers first.
  • For more information about our extensive benefits offerings please check out our Total Rewards at a Glance.

Company info

  • The Fixed Income Portfolio Management (FIPM) team is responsible for asset allocation, fundamental credit underwriting and monitoring, ESG investment strategy, and macroeconomic research.
  • FIPM is a small, highly collaborative team that works with partners across Investment Management to manage the product segment portfolios within the GIA.
  • The team combines fundamental investment analysis and asset allocation skills with quantitative and asset/liability management expertise.
  • This high-profile group works across Investment Management and with internal stakeholders in product, actuarial, treasury, accounting, risk, legal, compliance, and other areas.
  • As a Strategic Credit Associate, key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Execute fundamental credit and strategic analysis and assess relative value across credit asset classes, generating timely, actionable insights that inform GIA portfolio decisions and align with MassMutual's long-term, patient investment philosophy which aims to maximize risk-adjusted returns.
  • Prepare and present high-quality investment recommendations, memos, and presentations on strategic topics to Investment Committees, senior leadership, and other key stakeholders.
  • Contribute to MassMutual Investment Management's collaborative investment process by sharing views and analysis with Portfolio Managers, Analysts, and Investment Management leaders.
  • The Minimum Qualifications
  • 5+ years of relevant experience in credit underwriting, investment banking, corporate development, asset management, or a related investment role.
  • The Ideal Qualifications
  • Experience structuring, underwriting, and executing private credit transactions, such as leveraged loans, CLOs, CFOs, ABS, convertible notes, or similar investments.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with experience presenting clear, well-supported investment recommendations to Investment Committees, senior leaders, or client audiences.
  • Ability to assess individual investment opportunities while clearly articulating portfolio-level considerations, risks, and tradeoffs.
  • Comfort working across multiple asset classes and investment strategies, with a flexible, open-minded approach to evaluating ideas and perspectives.
  • High standards of integrity, intellectual curiosity, attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset that supports thoughtful debate and continuous improvement.
  • What You Can Expect at MassMutual
  • MassMutual offers the opportunity to do meaningful work within a purpose-driven organization that values long-term impact over short-term outcomes.
  • In this role, you can expect:
  • Clear areas of ownership and accountability, with work that connects directly to company and customer outcomes
  • A collaborative environment where perspectives are welcomed

Equal opportunity

  • If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us and share the specifics of the assistance you need.
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