Director, Associate Credit Research Analyst-ABS

Position Overview

HIMCO (The Hartford Investment Management Company) is seeking a highly motivated and analytically rigorous Director, Associate Credit Research Analyst to join our Securitized Products team. This individual will play a key role in supporting the management of an $8billion portfolio of public Asset‑Backed Securities (ABS) and private Asset‑Based Finance (ABF) investments. The Director, Associate Credit Research Analyst will report to the ABS Portfolio Manager and work closely with other investment professionals to evaluate, recommend, and monitor ABS/ABF investments across the capital structure.

Sector coverage will include auto, equipment, and a range of other consumer and esoteric assets. This is an opportunity for a high‑performing candidate to take on meaningful investment responsibility within a collaborative, data‑driven investment team.

The position is based in our Hartford, CT office on a full‑time, hybrid schedule (Tue, Wed, Thu in office; Mon, Fri remote).

• Underwrite and archive diligence for investment opportunities
• Develop or enhance subsector credit frameworks and maintain diligence checklists
• Evaluate the risk/return profile of all tranches in the capital structure and help craft investment recommendations
• Build, maintain, or enhance models to forecast collateral performance (prepayment, delinquency, default, etc.)
• Complete scenario cash‑flow analysis, stress testing, and sensitivity analysis for investment opportunities and existing holdings (using Intex, DV01, or internal models)
• Monitor existing ABS/ABF holdings for changes in credit or convexity risk
• Track collateral performance trends and identify emerging risks
• Develop and maintain views on market trends and sector dynamics

• 5+ years of relevant experience in ABS/ABF or other securitized sector research, trading, or structuring at a buy‑side firm, investment bank, or rating agency
• Proficiency in Excel, Bloomberg, and Intex
• Working knowledge of programming/scripting tools (e.g., VBA, Python, SQL)
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to synthesize complex information efficiently
• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills, including structured finance cash‑flow analysis
• Solid understanding of fixed‑income markets, structured products, and credit analysis
• Demonstrates curiosity, initiative, creativity, and a strong work ethic
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment
• Ability and willingness to travel as required
• Bachelor’s degree required

• Advanced degree (MBA) and/or CFA designation is helpful
• Experience with or proficiency in DV01, 1010data, and/or Black Rock Analytics is helpful

The annualized base pay range for this role is $121,600 – $182,400. Additional compensation may include short‑term or annual bonuses, long‑term incentives, and other recognitions.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Sex/Race/Color/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity or Expression/Religion/Age.