PGIM Credit, Investment Analyst (Hybrid)

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A GLOBAL FIRM WITH A DIVERSE & INCLUSIVE CULTURE 

As the Global Asset Management business of Prudential, we’re always looking for ways to improve financial services. We’re passionate about making a meaningful impact - touching the lives of millions and solving financial challenges in an ever-changing world. 

We also believe talent is key to achieving our vision and are intentional about building a culture on respect and collaboration. When you join PGIM, you’ll unlock a motivating and impactful career – all while growing your skills and advancing your profession at one of the world’s leading global asset managers!   

If you’re not afraid to think differently and challenge the status quo, come and be a part of a dedicated team that’s investing in your future by shaping tomorrow today.  At PGIM, You Can!  

What you will do:

The Credit Investment Analyst conducts fundamental investment analysis on loan and bond capital structures. The Analyst works closely with a Senior Analyst to evaluate issuer and industry trends, determine relative value within issuer capital structures and industry sectors, and communicate investment recommendations to Portfolio Managers. The fundamental credit investment research conducted by the Analyst is an integral component of the portfolio construction process. The Analyst role involves regular interaction with the management of issuing companies, industry participants & consultants, and other market participants. Analysts benefit from our comprehensive investment capabilities across the Fixed Income universe, including interest rates, currencies, structured products, macroeconomics, and investment strategy. The Analyst role offers increased responsibility as the Analyst’s experience, capability, and confidence grows. This role is a hybrid work arrangement requiring working in our Newark, NJ office 3 days a week.

 What you can expect:

• Financial statement analysis, modeling, and forecasting

• Industry data collection and trend analysis

• Identify industry initiatives and market trends that impact the business

• Assess business and financial strategy

• Monitoring of market movements through daily meetings with portfolio managers, economists, and strategists

• Formulate and maintain forward looking investment recommendations

• Determine credit quality by assigning and maintaining independent internal ratings

What you will bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree Required: Majors include Finance, Accounting, and/or Economics, and a minimum GPA of 3.0

• Strong analytical, leadership and problem-solving skills

• Strong written, oral communication, and interpersonal skills

• Proficient in MS Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

• Leverages AI tools (e.g., Claude Financial, Copilot, etc) to accelerate research, data synthesis, and report drafting. 

• CFA pursuit preferred

Note: Prudential is required by state specific laws to include the salary range for this role when hiring a resident in applicable locations. The salary range for this role is from $90,000 to $100,000. Specific pricing for the role may vary within the above range based on many factors including geographic location, candidate experience, and skills.

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• Market competitive base salaries, with a yearly bonus potential at every level. 
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), and leave of absences, such as parental and military leave. 
• 401(k) plan with company match (up to 4%). 
• Company-funded pension plan. 
• Wellness Programs including up to $1,600 a year for reimbursement of items purchased to support personal wellbeing needs. 
• Work/Life Resources to help support topics such as parenting, housing, senior care, finances, pets, legal matters, education, emotional and mental health, and career development.  
• Education Benefit to help finance traditional college enrollment toward obtaining an approved degree and many accredited certificate programs.  
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Shares can be purchased at 85% of the lower of two prices (Beginning or End of the purchase period).

Eligibility to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance. To find out more about our Total Rewards package, visit Work Life Balance | Prudential Careers. Some of the above benefits may not apply to part-time employees scheduled to work less than 20 hours per week.  

Prudential Financial, Inc. of the United States is not affiliated with Prudential plc. which is headquartered in the United Kingdom. 

Prudential is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, marital status, age, veteran status, domestic partner status, medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law. 

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