CLO Operations Analyst

CLO Operations Analyst

Position Description:

Jefferies is seeking to hire a CLO Operations Analyst to join an experienced team supporting our growing platform. The analysts partner closely with the investment team to effectively manage 16 active BSL Collateralized Loan Obligations, 5 Middle Market CLOs, 11 Revolver CLOs and 1 separately managed fund. We are looking for a highly motivated, independent, detail-oriented individual who wants to broaden their knowledge and challenge themselves in a fast-paced, collaborative working environment.

Position Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the PM to book and process trades communicated in the various trade systems.
• Process and maintain cash file to ensure settled/traded positions
• Work with the settlement team on Apex primary & secondary trades
• Work closely with our Admins and Trustees to ensure all trade events and cash movements are captured correctly and properly reconciled.
• Maintain the multiple files used to track the various facets of the business
• Obtain Advisory approval as necessary
• Work closely with the team to help as we transition to a new back office management system
• Perform adhoc requests from portfolio managers and trading desk, providing guidance as needed
Complete portfolio optimization projects and Risk Management projects

Qualifications:

• 0-3 years’ experience in Loan Operations
• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree from a top tier institution;
• Loan closing and WSO/ClearPar experience is preferred but not required
• A self-starter with the ability to operate across numerous workstreams concurrently and manage the expectations of the various stakeholders
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
A Self-motivated & team player that proactively looks to add value and step-in wherever help is needed

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range of $70,000 - $75,000