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Jeffrey Johnson

Vice President - Credit Analyst/trader, Leveraged Finance Team at First Trust Portfolios

Jeffrey Johnson, CFA has a diverse work experience spanning over a decade. Jeffrey began their career as a Sales Associate at Abercrombie & Fitch in 2011, followed by a brief stint as an Athletic Department Assistant at Illinois Wesleyan University. In 2012, they worked as a Crew Foreman at JLJ Enterprises, Inc. before joining the Fraternity & Sorority Programming Board as a Program Coordinator and Event Planner. In 2013, Jeffrey interned for the Leveraged Finance Investment Team at First Trust. Jeffrey then progressed within the company, holding roles as an Associate, Assistant Vice President, and Vice President in the Leveraged Finance Team. With expertise in credit analysis and trading, Jeffrey Johnson has made significant contributions to the growth and success of First Trust.

Jeffrey Johnson, CFA completed their education at Illinois Wesleyan University from 2010 to 2014, where they obtained a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Business Administration with a specialization in Finance. Prior to that, they attended Warren Township High School between 2006 and 2010, although no specific degree or field of study is mentioned for this period.

Additionally, Jeffrey Johnson has obtained several certifications. In July 2018, they earned the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Charterholder designation from the CFA Institute. Moreover, in December 2022, they achieved the CFA Institute PL Program 5-Year Milestone Badge, further demonstrating their dedication to professional development and expertise in the field of finance.

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Timeline

  • Vice President - Credit Analyst/trader, Leveraged Finance Team

    January, 2020 - present

  • Assistant Vice President Trader Credit Analyst Leveraged Finance Team

    September, 2018

  • Associate Credit Analyst Trader Leveraged Finance Team

    June, 2014

  • Intern For The Leveraged Finance Investment Team

    May, 2013