European High Yield Credit Analyst - Vice President

Overview

We are looking for a European High Yield Credit Analyst to join ISP London branch Global Markets Trading Desk.

What You’ll be doing

• Support trading activity across European HY credit (primary & secondary)
• Generate and articulate trade ideas in non-cyclical sectors, cyclical sectors and special situations
• Build and maintain financial models, forecasts, and credit assessments
• Work with traders on relative value, capital structure, and event-driven opportunities
• Engage with buy- and sell-side counterparties to deepen market intelligence, and build the franchise
• Contribute to AI-driven analytics and optimisation initiatives

Who we’re looking for

• At least 5 years’ experience as a PM/Analyst on a credit desk, Buy or Sell Side, with European HY focus
• Strong credit modelling and forecasting skills
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills across the street
• Commercial mindset and ability to work in a fast-moving trading environment
• Strong academic background
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex credit analysis, and recommendations, clearly

Beneficial:

• Programming or AI optimisation exposure
• Established network with HY Credit Investors and Banks
• Experience in stressed credit situations
• CFA or equivalent