Senior Manager – Private Markets Research

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Title: Senior Manager – Private Markets Research

Function: Investments

Function: Investment Research

Reports to: Vice President – Private Markets Research

Location: Mumbai

Overall Job Purpose:

The Senior Manager, Private Markets Research, is a front-office investment role responsible for supporting investment decisions across public and private structured credit markets, across investment grade (IG) and non-investment grade opportunities (NIG). Working closely with senior analysts and portfolio managers across the UK and Europe, the individual will independently evaluate complex investment opportunities spanning primarily Consumer ABS (including RMBS), but also CLOs, CMBS, Regulatory Capital transactions and other structured credit products if necessary.

The successful candidate will combine deep technical expertise, strong commercial judgement and intellectual curiosity to assess risk-adjusted investment opportunities, challenge market consensus and provide actionable recommendations. The role requires ownership of the full investment lifecycle, from initial screening and due diligence through to ongoing surveillance of existing investments.

In addition to delivering high-quality credit analysis, the individual will be having to mentor junior colleagues, drive analytical excellence across the team and contribute to the continuous enhancement of research frameworks, tools and processes.

Accountabilities/Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted research partner to portfolio managers and senior analysts, providing independent credit opinions and high-conviction investment recommendations.

• Lead fundamental analysis of structured credit opportunities across a broad range of asset classes, primarily Consumer ABS (including RMBS), but also CLOs, CMBS, Regulatory Capital and other securitised products.

• Develop a deep understanding of collateral characteristics, underwriting standards, transaction structures, payment waterfalls, credit enhancement mechanisms and key risks affecting performance.

• Independently evaluate primary and secondary market opportunities through detailed collateral, structural and cashflow analysis.

• Build and maintain robust financial, credit and cashflow models, perform extensive scenario analysis and stress testing. Also, articulate the implications for valuation and investment risk.

• Participate actively in issuer meetings, due diligence sessions and management discussions, demonstrating the confidence to challenge assumptions and test investment theses.

• Review transaction documentation in detail, identifying structural strengths, potential weaknesses and key legal considerations relevant to investment performance.

• Deliver high-quality investment memoranda and research reports that clearly articulate risk-return dynamics, downside protection and relative value opportunities.

• Monitor portfolio investments continuously, identifying emerging risks, changing credit dynamics and potential catalysts ahead of the broader market.

• Conduct thematic and sector-level research to identify structural trends, market dislocations and investment opportunities across structured credit markets.

• Incorporate ESG considerations into the investment process by evaluating collateral quality, transaction structures, counterparties and long-term sustainability risks.

• Drive innovation in research processes through automation, advanced analytics and the application of technology to improve efficiency and analytical depth.

• Influence and elevate analytical standards across the broader research function by promoting best practices, knowledge sharing and intellectual rigour.

• Coach and develop junior analysts, fostering technical excellence, independent thinking and a culture of continuous learning.

Key Stakeholder Management

Internal:

• Head of Investment Research

• VP – Private Markets Research

External

• Respective onshore ABS analysts

• IG and NIG Portfolio managers

• Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Educational Qualification

Knowledge & Skills:

• Deep expertise in structured finance, securitisation and credit markets gained through extensive transaction analysis and investment research.

• Strong understanding of multiple structured credit asset classes, including collateral behaviour, transaction structures, waterfall mechanics, credit enhancement features and performance drivers.

• Proven ability to conduct rigorous credit analysis and translate complex findings into clear investment recommendations.

• Advanced cashflow modelling and quantitative analytical skills with experience in scenario analysis and stress testing.

• Strong understanding of macroeconomic and market factors influencing structured credit performance.

• Exceptional problem-solving abilities and a natural inclination to challenge assumptions rather than accept consensus views.

• High levels of ownership, accountability and attention to detail.

• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced investment environment where priorities can evolve rapidly.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to engage and influence senior stakeholders.

• Strong technical capabilities including Excel, VBA, Python and Power BI.

• Experience using structured credit market tools such as Intex, Bloomberg and other analytical platforms.

Experience:

• 7 - 9 years of relevant experience in structured finance, securitised products, credit research, structured credit investing or related fields.

• Demonstrable experience independently analysing and recommending investments across multiple structured credit asset classes.

• Track record of influencing investment decisions through high-quality analysis and commercial judgement.

• Prior experience leading, mentoring or managing analysts in a research-driven environment.

• Experience working directly with portfolio managers, investment teams or front-office stakeholders is strongly preferred.

Educational Qualification:

• MBA from a reputed institute.

• CFA/CFA pursuing/FRM Level 1 or 2.

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