Emerging Markets Credit Analysis Director

Emerging Markets Credit Analyst

Providing for loved ones, planning rewarding retirements, saving enough for whatever lies ahead our policyholders count on us to be there when it matters most. It's a big ask, but it's one that we have the power to deliver when we work together. We collaborate and innovate pushing one another to transform not just Pacific Life, but the entire industry for the better. Why? Because it's the right thing to do. Pacific Life is more than a job, it's a career with purpose. It's a career where you have the support, balance, and resources to make a positive impact on the future including your own. We are seeking a highly motivated and analytically rigorous Emerging Markets Credit Analyst to join our Fixed Income Emerging Markets Team. This role will focus on evaluating quasi-sovereign, state-owned enterprises, corporate issuers, as well as infrastructure-related credit opportunities across Global Emerging Markets. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of sovereign and sub-sovereign risk dynamics, infrastructure / project finance, and political risk factors. This role is required to be on-site in our Newport Beach, CA offices.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Lead and participate in due diligence calls, investor roadshows, and analytical research to support investment decisions.
• Prepare clear, concise investment summaries, including detailed analysis of covenant strength and structural protections.
• Analyze financial models and generate forward-looking performance forecasts.
• Manage the flow of offering materials and financial reports to assess new opportunities and monitor existing portfolio positions.
• Represent Pacific Life professionally at investor conferences and external engagements.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with market participants, including salespeople, traders, research analysts, rating agencies, and capital markets professionals.
• Collaborate closely with fellow analysts, traders, and portfolio managers to drive portfolio performance.
• Generate value-added trade ideas and deliver succinct investment recommendations for both primary and secondary market opportunities.
• Proactively identify and communicate early signs of credit deterioration to portfolio managers and senior credit leadership.

The Experience You'll Bring

What Will Make You Stand Out

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Base Pay Range : $180,180.00 - $220,220.00

Your wellbeing is important to Pacific Life, and we're committed to providing you with flexible benefits that you can tailor to meet your needs. Whether you are focusing on your physical, financial, emotional, or social wellbeing, we've got you covered.

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