About this role
About the Role:
BlackRock’s Private Financing Solutions (PFS) business is seeking an Associate to join the Macro Credit Research team. The role focuses on producing macro credit research for a range of external clients and internal stakeholders, combining data-driven market analysis with clear written communication.
The Associate will work on a lean team to develop forward-looking investment views across global corporate credit markets, including private credit, leveraged loans, high yield, and investment grade.
We are looking for a self-starter who can independently generate research ideas, translate complex market dynamics into clear insights, and deliver high-quality written content on deadline. This is an opportunity for a motivated investor to contribute meaningfully to the team’s research output and gain broad exposure to global credit markets.
Key Responsibilities:
Meaningfully contribute to the production of clear and concise macro credit research, supported by data-driven analysis
Monitor global credit markets to identify emerging themes, risks, and opportunities across private credit, leveraged loans, high yield, and investment grade
Build and maintain analytical tools and frameworks to track credit fundamentals, valuations, and default and stress indicators
Use diverse data sources to test market trends and investment hypotheses
Develop and maintain relationships with key internal stakeholders, including portfolio managers, traders, and product strategy and marketing teams
Respond efficiently to ad hoc data and analysis requests from internal stakeholders
Experience, Qualifications & Skills:
2–4 years of experience related to corporate credit markets, including private credit, leveraged loans, high yield, and investment grade
Prior experience in buy-side or sell-side credit research, strategy, or macro research is preferred
Solid understanding of fixed income markets and bond valuation is preferred
Strong interest in financial markets and investing, with a desire to continuously deepen market knowledge
Demonstrated ability to work independently, take initiative and manage research projects end-to-end
Proficiency with Bloomberg, Microsoft Excel, and PowerPoint; comfort working with large datasets
Strong written communication skills
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Collaborative mindset with the confidence to contribute ideas and challenge consensus thoughtfully
Undergraduate degree in Economics, Finance, or Accounting
Our benefits
To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including a strong retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive healthcare, support for working parents and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about.
Our hybrid work model
BlackRock’s hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees, while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at least 4 days in the office per week, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. Some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. We remain focused on increasing the impactful moments that arise when we work together in person – aligned with our commitment to performance and innovation. As a new joiner, you can count on this hybrid model to accelerate your learning and onboarding experience here at BlackRock.
About BlackRock
At BlackRock, we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being. Our clients, and the people they serve, are saving for retirement, paying for their children’s educations, buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress.
This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment – the one we make in our employees. It’s why we’re dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed, valued and supported with networks, benefits and development opportunities to help them thrive.
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