Launch your investment career in Private Markets with a dynamic role at Swiss Re.
We seek an ambitious professional to contribute and grow through hands-on involvement in the expanding world of private debt.
About the Role
As Private Debt Investment Analyst, you will support and shape the Private Debt asset class within Swiss Re. Your responsibilities will include:
* Contribute to development of recommendations and ongoing management of attractive investment opportunities within Private Debt globally.
* Select asset managers, conduct due diligence, and execute new investment mandates for Private Debt.
* Oversight of Private Debt asset managers, including assessment of investment strategy and operational aspects.
* Evaluation, review, and due diligence of individual Private Debt transaction opportunities originated by external asset managers.
* Develop and maintain a high-standard portfolio monitoring framework capturing key portfolio characteristics and developments in terms of returns and risk.
* Drive and coordinate customized reporting frameworks and presentations to relevant business units and internal committees.
* Produce high-quality analytical analyses of Private Debt portfolios and platform to support portfolio performance assessment and long-term strategy.
About the Team
The Private Debt team is a diverse and global group of investment professionals located in New York, Zurich, and London as part of the Private Investments unit in Swiss Re Group Asset Management. We oversee and transact in Infrastructure, Commercial Mortgage, and Mid-Market Loans across a global portfolio.
About You
You come to us with strong analytical and quantitative skills, able to work independently in a dynamic international environment. Solid project management abilities, excellent attention to detail, and natural interpersonal communication capabilities are essential.
Requirements
* College/university degree or equivalent in finance, economics, or a related field. CFA or similar qualifications are a plus.
* 2-5 years of investment industry experience, past involvement in analyzing or portfolio monitoring of private or public fixed income investments is required.
* Strong analytical and financial modeling skills.
* Advanced/Expert Microsoft Office (including Excel and PowerPoint) skills are required.
* Strong public speaking and presentation skills.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Fluent written and verbal communication skills in English.
* Self-motivated and driven; ability to balance multiple tasks and work effectively in a collaborative, fast-moving, demanding, and dynamic environment.
* International market experience is a plus.
* Ability and willingness to travel when required.
About Swiss Re
Swiss Re is a leading provider of reinsurance, insurance, and other forms of insurance-based risk transfer, working to make the world more resilient. We anticipate and manage a wide variety of risks, from natural catastrophes and climate change to cybercrime. Our success depends on our ability to build an inclusive culture encouraging fresh perspectives and innovative thinking.