Senior Investment Analyst - Private Debt

As a team member in the Finance department at Nationwide, the opportunities are endless! You can grow and learn in diverse areas across many disciplines such as Advanced Analytics, Investments, Actuarial, Accounting, Risk Management, Critical Business Advisor, Internal Audit, and so much more. Let Nationwide help create your career journey! At Nationwide®, “on your side” goes beyond just words. Our customers are at the center of everything we do and we’re looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care.

This will be a hybrid role based out of our Columbus, OH location. The team comes into the office three days a week, typically Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

This role does not qualify for employer-sponsored work authorization. Nationwide does not participate in the Stem OPT Extension program.

This is an investments F band compensation grade.

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Job Description Summary

Nationwide’s vision is to be the most trusted, most caring and most customer-focused protection company. We exist to protect people, businesses and futures with extraordinary care. The Nationwide Investments team manages approximately $150 billion and strives to combine client focus, investment discipline and teamwork to deliver superior results.

The Private Debt Senior Investment Analyst role is responsible for supporting the management of Nationwide’s Private Debt portfolio which includes credit funds, separately managed accounts (“SMAs”) and co-investments. Responsibilities include supporting the following : new investment underwritings, management of the existing portfolio, the development of a new investment pipeline, fulfilling reporting needs, and special projects. As part of the Nationwide Corporate Credit Team, this individual will also have an opportunity to work across other fixed income asset classes including leveraged finance and investment grade corporate credit.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities :

Working under direct supervision to assist in the underwriting of new funds and co-investments, monitoring existing book of fund / SMAs exposure and co-investments as part of a collaborative team

Provide input into the analysis of existing portfolio of funds, SMAs and co-investment exposure

Assist with the review of structure and negotiation of terms

Assist with completion of legal documentation with internal and external legal counsel

Support the analysis of geopolitical impacts

Take an active role in the development of investment theses materials for investment committee presentation

Assist with the ongoing monitoring of the securities portfolio

Review credit and sector fundamentals

Assist with the early identification of emerging issues or risks

Collaborate with other departments regarding relative value, sector analysis, asset class dynamics and portfolio construction

Develop and maintain relationships with external business partners for deal flow and market color

Create streamlined reporting and produce portfolio reports as needed

Assist with data management and maintenance

May perform other responsibilities as assigned

Reporting Relationships : Asset Class Senior Investment Professional

Typical Skills and Experiences :

Education : Bachelor’s degree with MBA preferable. Chartered Financial Analyst desired.

Experience : 4to 7 years of related investment experience.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills :

Solid understanding of fixed income and financial concepts

Understanding of economics and capital markets

Exceptional analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving capabilities

High energy, positive attitude, collaborative and team oriented

Composed and decisive under pressure or when challenged

Driven, self-motivated, and intellectually inquisitive

Creative, organized, responsive, and detail oriented

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Able to build constructive and effective relationships

Intermediate to advanced skills with Excel and other Office applications

General understanding of technology including databases and other data analysis applications

Proficiency with fixed income analytics applications

Other criteria, including leadership skills, competencies and experiences may take precedence.

Staffing exceptions to the above must be approved by the hiring manager’s leader and HR Business Partner.

Values : Regularly and consistently demonstrates Nationwide Values.

Job Conditions :

Overtime Eligibility : Not Eligible (Exempt)

Working Conditions : Normal office environment. Some travel may be required.

ADA : The above statements cover what are generally believed to be principal and essential functions of this job. Specific circumstances may allow or require some people assigned to the job to perform a somewhat different combination of duties.

Credit Check : Due to the fiduciary accountabilities within this job, a valid credit check and / or background check will be required as part of the selection process.

Benefits

We have an array of benefits to fit your needs, including : medical / dental / vision, life insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off with newly hired associates receiving a minimum of 18 days paid time off each full calendar year pro-rated quarterly based on hire date, nine paid holidays, 8 hours of Lifetime paid time off, 8 hours of Unity Day paid time off, 401(k) with company match, company-paid pension plan, business casual attire, and more.