Investment Associate - Credit

**Job Description** FK International is working closely with an ambitious alternative investment firm, with a focus on credit investment, seeking to hire a first\-rate candidate for an Associate position within its European team, based in Dublin. With an impressive track record to date and committed capital, this is an excellent opportunity to join an ambitious international business at an early stage. Key responsibilities will include: * Conducting in\-depth analysis and due diligence on new investment opportunities, with a focus on syndicated leveraged loans and high\-yield bonds. * Preparing investment papers for the European Investment Committee. * Monitoring and re\-underwriting existing portfolio companies, identifying risks, emerging trends, amendment/waiver requirements and potential trading opportunities. * Owning sector coverage, developing investment themes and ideas while identifying secondary market and relative value opportunities to enhance fund performance. * Building and maintaining relationships with management teams, investors, capital markets, rating agencies and US sector analysts through meetings, conferences and ongoing industry engagement. **Candidate Background** Ideal candidate will have the following background: * Strong academic record with a degree in finance/business or similar. * Qualified accountant or actively working towards the CFA qualification. * 2\-4 years’ experience in leveraged finance, credit, investment, deal advisory, transaction services or similar. **About Our Client** An ambitious alternative investment firm. **Remuneration** Attractive salary, plus bonus and benefits. Your application will be directed to **Daniel Corbett.** **Not interested in this role, but know someone who might be? Refer a friend to FK International to receive a €500 voucher should we successfully place your friend. Please refer to our website for applicable Terms \& Conditions.**