Working at FPA

We believe that the success of our firm is thanks to its people and their commitment to excellence. We lead with integrity, foster an ownership mindset, embrace teamwork and seek to always make choices that maintain our most important legacy – our reputation. As of December 31, 2022, FPA manages approximately $24 billion across multiple strategies. Independently owned, FPA has 82 employees, with 24 investment professionals. If you are interested in applying for any of the jobs listed below, please click on the link and submit your application. Resume and cover letter are required.

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Private Credit Senior Analyst

Los Angeles, CA (Hybrid)


POSITION DESCRIPTION

FPA is seeking a Private Credit Senior Analyst to join our Multi-Advisor Strategy team. The Private Credit Analyst will be responsible for sourcing and analyzing exceptional private credit and hedge fund managers, as well as private credit co-investments. This position offers significant room for growth.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/FUNCTIONS

  • Source investments – primarily to external investment managers and private credit co-investments
  • Write initial and follow-on memos supporting investment recommendations
  • Present investment ideas to the CIO
  • Maintain investment pipelines
  • Create and maintain a professional relationship with sourcing networks and investment managers
  • Monitor existing investment managers and track their portfolios
  • Analyze portfolio metrics, including fund performance
  • Maintain internal databases and portfolio management systems
  • Attend internal research meetings
  • Attend industry conferences and meet with investment managers in different cities
  • Respond to investor inquiries and support business development efforts

 

REQUIREMENTS

  • Strong knowledge of private credit (prior underwriting experience an advantage)
  • Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills
  • Robust organizational skills with attention to detail
  • Analytical and investment modeling skills including fluent use of Excel
  • Self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Passion for investment research
  • Value-centric investment philosophy
  • Ideal candidate will have 5+ years of relevant work experience
  • BA/BS degree required (business, finance and accounting related majors preferred)
  • CFA or CAIA designation preferred
  • Experience with Backstop is a plus

 

 

This position will work on a hybrid model based in Los Angeles (preferred), however, full remote work in another geographic location may be considered on a case-by-case basis. 

Base salary:  $150,000 + bonus and comprehensive benefits package.   Base salary will be determined by applicant’s skills, experience, geographic location, and pay equity considerations.

FPA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Submit your resume to careers@fpa.com