HY Credit Research Analyst; TMT exposure

Overview

Our client, a leading multi-strategy hedge fund, is seeking a High Yield Credit Research Analyst to join a dynamic pod in New York City. This is an exceptional opportunity to work closely with a seasoned Portfolio Manager in a collaborative, fast-moving, and performance-driven environment.

• Conduct in-depth credit research and analysis across high-yield issuers, with a particular focus on TMT.
• Develop actionable, trade-ready investment ideas and provide timely recommendations to the PM.
• Monitor market trends, company fundamentals, and catalysts impacting credit positions.
• Support portfolio construction and contribute to alpha generation through rigorous research and market-aware insight.

• Strong academic background from a top-tier institution.
• Proven experience in high-yield credit—specifically within active trading groups (hedge funds or other live trading environments), not limited to traditional, research-only functions.
• Demonstrated exposure to TMT high-yield credit and familiarity with fast-moving sector dynamics.
• Deep expertise in credit fundamentals, valuation, and market-driven analysis.
• Ability to thrive in a high-intensity, entrepreneurial environment with real-time decision making.

Competitive base salary plus performance-linked bonus tied to pod results.

While this is primarily a research-focused role, there may be future potential for a small carve-out allocation for exceptional performers.