Senior High-Yield Credit Director — Europe/US Lead

Mesirow Financial; Greater London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in London is seeking an experienced High Yield Credit Analyst at the Director level. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in shaping credit views and supporting trading across European and U.S. high yield corporates. This position requires strong analytical skills and market knowledge, with a proven track record in actionable investment insights. Candidates should have extensive experience in high yield credit analysis and expertise in financial modeling and valuation. This role offers a dynamic work environment focused on delivering results.

Qualifications

• Extensive prior experience in high yield credit analysis or investment research.
• Proven ability to generate actionable investment ideas and strong credit calls.
• Strong commercial mindset in a trading-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead fundamental credit analysis of high yield issuers.
• Develop and present investment recommendations to trading teams.
• Produce clear credit reports and concise summaries for decision-making.

Skills

High yield credit analysis

Financial modeling

Valuation expertise

Excellent communication skills

Proficiency in Bloomberg

Tools

Bloomberg

Excel

Job description

A leading financial services firm in London is seeking an experienced High Yield Credit Analyst at the Director level. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in shaping credit views and supporting trading across European and U.S. high yield corporates. This position requires strong analytical skills and market knowledge, with a proven track record in actionable investment insights. Candidates should have extensive experience in high yield credit analysis and expertise in financial modeling and valuation. This role offers a dynamic work environment focused on delivering results.