Credit Legal Analyst

Credit Legal Analyst

Who are we?

Polar Asset Management Partners is an alternative asset manager established in 1991, with offices in New York, Toronto, and Calgary. With approximately US$ 6.5 billion assets under management, we work together to deliver strong risk-adjusted returns for our investors.

We are looking to hire a Credit Legal Analyst to join our Credit Investment Team. You will work directly with the Credit Portfolio Manager who will provide mentorship, development opportunities, and training.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct deep industry research and analysis, and execute company and sector level financial analysis and due diligence
• Develop and maintain relationships with corporate management teams and sell side analysts
• Evaluate high yield and leveraged loan investments
• Maintain a strong understanding of bond and loan indentures
• Make trade recommendations

Skills & Qualifications:

• High performer, with 3+ years of legal experience focusing on leveraged finance transactions
• Strong academic record, with a well-rounded and solid record of achievement
• Experience working directly on bond indentures
• Highly motivated, organized, detail oriented and proactive
• Strong work ethic, with proven ability to work in a fast paced and high-pressure environment
• Ability to interact effectively with clients and colleagues in a professional manner; sound judgement; intellectual curiosity

Location: New York 

Compensation: Polar’s total compensation package includes base salary, discretionary performance bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package. In accordance with New York City’s Pay Transparency Law, the estimated base salary range for this position is $175,000 to $225,000. The actual base salary pay will depend on several factors, including, but not limited to, the individual’s experience level, the qualifications they bring to the role, business needs, and market demand.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Polar Asset Management Partners Inc. does not accept unsolicited candidate resumes or profiles from external sources such as recruitment firms, headhunters, or employment placement agencies with whom we do not have a contractual relationship and who are not on our pre-approved list. Any candidate information or resume received, directly or indirectly, from a headhunter, agency or recruiter not on our pre-approved list will be disregarded; and, under no circumstance, will we pay any referral, placement, or other fee for the supply of such unsolicited resumes or information.