At Barings, we are as invested in our associates as we are in our clients. We recognize those who work diligently for us and reward them for personal and professional integrity, communication skills, distinct competencies and expertise in specific strategies, ability to collaborate as a team member and true dedication to the interests of our clients.
We thank you for your interest in joining the Barings team, and invite you to explore our current employment opportunities.
The Analyst Program provides recent graduates with hands-on exposure to credit markets and high yield investments. Program Analysts work closely with senior research professionals to support underwriting, credit analysis, and portfolio management across a diverse range of issuers and sectors. The program begins with structured training and quickly transitions into live deal work, mentorship, and professional development through interactive sessions, networking, and team-building activities. Analysts are fully integrated into the team as key contributors, with top performers considered for full-time roles upon completion.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with senior research analysts throughout the underwriting process.
- Analyze issuer credit quality and security characteristics by building financial models and performing forecasts to support investment recommendations.
- Assess relative value by evaluating risk-return profiles of investment opportunities within the credit coverage universe.
- Review credit agreements and indentures, identifying and articulating structural strengths and weaknesses.
- Complete quarterly and year-end reporting initiatives, including earnings analysis, asset pricing, and industry reviews.
- Learn and apply approved technology and AI-enabled tools to support research, analysis, workflow efficiency, and communication while maintaining accuracy, confidentiality, and sound judgment.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or 1-year master’s degree and expected graduation in Spring 2027 from an accredited university.
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
- Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics preferred.
- Prior experience at a commercial bank, investment bank, or similar financial institution, or successful completion of a formal commercial credit training program, is a plus.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a dynamic, transaction-focused team environment.
- Self-starter with strong organizational skills, initiative, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to work effectively under deadlines, adapt to changing priorities, and maintain attention to detail.
- Strong technical skills, including Microsoft Office, and the ability to gather, evaluate, and synthesize information from credible sources.
Requisite Skills
Additional Skills
Barings is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer; Minority/Female/Age/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Individual with Disability/Protected Veteran. We welcome all persons to apply.
Barings offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
CORE BENEFITS & WELLNESS
- Medical (including Virtual Care), Prescription, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Fitness Center Reimbursement Program (Including Online Memberships)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Fertility Benefits
FINANCIAL WELL-BEING
- Highly competitive 401(k) Plan with Company Match
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Contributions
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Health Care & Dependent Care
- Retirement Health Reimbursement Account
LIFE INSURANCE
- Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
- Spouse and Child Life Insurance
TIME OFF, DISABILITY AND LEAVE OF ABSENCE
- Paid Vacation, Sick Days and Annual Holidays
- Paid Leave of Absences (Maternity Leave, Parental Leave, Caregiver Leave, Bereavement Time)
- Short and Long Term Disability Plans
- Paid Volunteer Time
OTHER BENEFITS
- Education Assistance Program
- Charitable Matching Gifts Program
- Commuter Reimbursement Program
- Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement Program
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree or one-year master’s degree from an accredited university
- Expected graduation in Spring 2027
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
- Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics
- Prior experience at a commercial bank, investment bank, or similar financial institution
- Successful completion of a formal commercial credit training program
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, transaction-focused team environment
- Strong organizational skills, initiative, and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Ability to work under deadlines and adapt to changing priorities
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong technical skills, including Microsoft Office
- Ability to gather, evaluate, and synthesize information from credible sources
Barings Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Barings and has not been reviewed or approved by Barings.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(k) with company match and a pension plan, noted as uncommon in the industry. Charitable contribution matching further strengthens long-term financial support.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage spans medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance with mental health benefits. FSAs and a fitness stipend broaden health and wellness support.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off provisions cover paid vacation, sick days, holidays, and dedicated volunteer time. Parental, caregiver, and bereavement leave add depth to the leave portfolio.
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What We Do
Barings is a $481+ billion* global asset management firm that partners with institutional, insurance, and intermediary clients, and supports leading businesses with flexible financing solutions. The firm, a subsidiary of MassMutual, seeks to deliver excess returns by leveraging its global scale and capabilities across public and private markets in fixed income, real assets and capital solutions. Learn more at www.Barings.com.
