Junior Analyst - Corporate Securities

Arena’s Corporate Securities team based in the London office are looking to expand the investment team through the addition of a Junior Analyst (max 1-2 years’ prior investment or finance experience).

The Corporate Securities team has a very flexible mandate with a truly sector- and geography-agnostic approach. They broadly consider credit investment opportunities in the public securities or traded credit spaces, as well as direct origination opportunities that offer sufficiently attractive risk-adjusted returns.

In the role, the individual will support the senior members of the team. Ideal candidates will have a demonstrated interest in finance and investing; thrive in an intense, team-oriented environment; and have a highly organised, self-motivated, and resourceful personality.

Responsibilities:

Day to day responsibilities will be varied, but will typically include:

• Performing business due diligence and financial analysis of target investment companies.
• Building financial models, performing valuation, capital structure and cashflow analysis, and conducting industry research.
• Preparing daily reports and market screens to assist with monitoring the universe for potential investments.
• Preparing and presenting comprehensive memo-style investment memoranda and investment committee materials to assist with ongoing analysis of potential investment opportunities.
• Participating in portfolio company monitoring and post-closing events.
• Helping to screen / identify attractive opportunities for further due diligence, including direct company outreach via e-mail.

Requirements

The individual will have demonstrated an ability to work in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment with an ability to think broadly about the business, incorporating continual improvement of processes and procedures with a goal of excellence while focusing on accuracy and efficiency.

• Attending or recently graduated from a top-tier university, ideally in a quantitative area (e.g., finance, economics, engineering or accounting).
• 0-2 years of investment banking, leveraged finance, trading or credit experience at a bank, broker dealer or investment firm (internship experience included) will be viewed favourably.
• Excellent Microsoft Excel and writing skills. Experience with financial modelling and using Bloomberg terminals is a plus.
• The highest level of personal integrity and ethical standards.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Hybrid Schedule
• Free Food & Snacks
• Wellness Resources