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Senior Credit ResearcherAlpha Search Advisors • New York, NY, United States
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Senior Credit Researcher

Senior Credit Researcher

Alpha Search Advisors • New York, NY, United States
26 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Location : New York, NY, Bala Cynwyd, PA

Role Overview :

We are seeking an accomplished Senior Credit Researcher to join our investment team and drive high-conviction, alpha-generating ideas in corporate credit markets. This role requires a hybrid skill set : deep fundamental credit expertise coupled with advanced quantitative and analytical capabilities. The successful candidate will combine rigorous company-level research with data-driven insights to uncover opportunities across the credit spectrum.

Key Responsibilities :

Alpha Generation

  • Conduct fundamental research across corporates and sectors, identifying relative value and mispricings.
  • Develop investment theses supported by both traditional analysis and quantitative validation.
  • Generate actionable recommendations across bonds, tranches, CDX.

Research & Analysis

  • Build detailed financial and valuation models, including scenario-based stress testing and capital structure simulations.
  • Apply quantitative techniques (e.g., factor modelling, regression analysis, statistical testing) to enhance investment conviction.
  • Leverage large datasets — including alternative and market microstructure data — to uncover signals and trends.
  • Integrate macroeconomic and micro credit drivers, sector dynamics into both qualitative and quantitative research frameworks.
  • Collaboration & Leadership

  • Partner with PM, traders, and risk management to align research with portfolio construction and risk-adjusted return goals.
  • Collaborate with quantitative researchers and data engineers to refine analytical toolkits.
  • Represent credit research perspectives in firmwide investment discussions.
  • Qualifications :

  • 7–12+ years of experience in fundamental credit research with exposure to quantitative methods; hedge fund or credit-focused buy-side experience preferred.
  • Proven track record of generating profitable investment ideas.
  • Strong foundation in corporate finance, credit valuation, and capital structure analysis.
  • Proficiency in Python, R, or MATLAB for modelling, statistical analysis, and data manipulation.
  • Familiarity with databases, APIs, and data science workflows (SQL, Pandas, NumPy, etc.).
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex analysis clearly and persuasively.
  • Commercial mindset and disciplined risk awareness.
  • Preferred Experience :

  • Coverage in high-yield, distressed, or special situations credit.
  • Familiarity with quantitative factor models, machine learning applications, or statistical arbitrage concepts applied to credit.
  • Experience with large / alternative datasets (credit card, supply chain, satellite, etc.) and integration into research processes.
  • Advanced degree in a quantitative or financial discipline (CFA, MBA, MSc, PhD) desirable but not essential.
  • What We Offer

  • Competitive compensation structure with performance-based upside.
  • The opportunity to drive research impact at the heart of a high-conviction, performance-driven hedge fund.
  • Access to cutting-edge data, tools, and infrastructure to support research innovation.
  • A collaborative environment that prizes intellectual rigour and creativity.
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