Overview

Covenant Review is currently seeking a Research Analyst based out of our London office. Celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, CreditSights continues to offer award-winning, unbiased research on global credit markets. As a Fitch Solutions Company, CreditSights provides a dynamic environment fostering professional growth and innovation, where you collaborate with seasoned analysts to deliver critical intelligence in complex financial markets.

Working at CreditSights offers the chance to be part of a premier independent credit research firm, renowned for its in-depth analysis and insights. This role is for our market leading leveraged finance intelligence team at Covenant Review.

Responsibilities

• Learn the basics of the capital markets via analysis of indentures and loan agreements
• Proofread, edit, format, and distribute leveraged finance reports for publication
• Provide day-to-day administrative assistance to senior staff, including document procurement, special research projects, running blacklines, and preparing reports
• Assist analysts in drafting new issue reports and updating existing research to reflect supplemental documents or final terms
• Assist in amending research for new transactions and amendments to documents
• Conduct legal research (e.g., recent legal judgments)
• Maintain up-to-date website content regarding documents and outstanding securities
• Provide day-to-day administrative support to Research teams as needed
• Assist the sales team with creating, editing, and coordinating marketing and pitch book materials for sales meetings
• Assist the data team with data entry projects as needed
• Assist in documentation scoring as needed
• Procure, file, and manage permission for confidential documents

Qualifications

• Superior proofreading and editing skills
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to multi-task and prioritize multiple projects
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Comfort with Microsoft Office Suite
• Proactive problem-solving and strong organizational skills
• Strong research and analytical skills

Nice to Have

• Desire to train as a solicitor
• Law degree / SQE 1 / LPC (contract negotiating experience not required)
• Beginner understanding of how to read complex legal documents

Benefits

• Hybrid work environment: 3 days a week in-office based on line of business and location
• Culture of learning and mobility: trainings, leadership development, and mentorship
• Retirement planning and tuition reimbursement programs
• Comprehensive healthcare offerings for wellbeing
• Family-friendly policies, including generous parental leave
• Inclusive work environment with Employee Resource Groups
• Paid volunteer days and matched funding for donations

Equal Opportunity

Fitch is committed to providing equal opportunity and affirmative action. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law. We may require disclosure of securities holdings or potential conflicts prior to employment.