At AXA IM our purpose, to act for human progress by investing for what matters, is central to every action we take as a business. As a responsible asset manager, we actively invest for the long-term to help our clients, our people and the world to prosper.

As an Alternative Credit Investment Strategist, you will report to the Head of Private Financing and you will be part of AXA IM Alts.

With € 184bn of assets under management, AXA IM Alts, the alternatives business unit of AXA IM, is a global leader in alternatives investment, operating in real estate, private debt & alternative credit, private equity, natural capital & impact. Our 800+ employees operating from 16 offices around the world are serving the needs of more than 500 clients worldwide.

Inside AXA IM Alts, the Alternative Credit department manages close to € 56bn of assets in alternative credit (Secured & Structured Finance, Bank Capital Solutions and Specialty Finance, Broadly Syndicated Loans, Direct Lending) with local presence in Europe and in the US.

DISCOVER your opportunity

The Investment Strategist will join the Alternative Credit Private Financing team (4 persons) that notably focuses on private and bespoke securitizations.

Strategic Planning & Analysis- Coordinate the execution of strategic initiatives within the Alternative Credit division- Maintain a 360° view of the platform activities and conduct competitive analysis to identify key trends in the Alternative Credit space to foster innovation

Presentations- Create and design high-quality presentations for both internal and external stakeholders (e.g., business line reviews, investment performance & market insights, competitive landscape presentations)

Transformation Initiatives- Collaborate with the COO team to drive operational transformation, including process optimization, technology implementation, and the development of a robust control framework to enhance scalability and efficiency

Quantitative Investment Research- Conduct research on topics of interest within the alternative credit platform to formulate macro strategy and generate relevant economic analysis for both public and private strategies- Perform relative value & risk analysis to provide portfolio outlook and asset allocation recommendations- Develop and maintain quantitative tools in Excel / VBA and other applications

Support to Secured Finance Team- Assist with investment underwriting, monitoring, and funds portfolio management

Support to Business Development- Support new business development through marketing and client engagement globally- Create and maintain marketing materials, including team presentations and pitches- Contribute to research, including frequent market updates with a focus on investment recommendations

Nous nous engageons à vous offrir un environnement où vous pourrez :

Développez votre potentiel : Intégrer une entreprise engagée sur le développement de ses collaborateurs via une mobilité interne dynamique et une large offre de parcours de formation personnalisés.

Personnalisez votre manière de travailler : Travailler pour une entreprise qui s'engage à garantir flexibilité et équilibre à ses employés, en vous offrant une large gamme d'avantages (intéressement, télétravail, avantages sociaux compétitifs, etc.).

Epanouissez-vous par la diversité de notre communauté : Jouer un rôle au sein d'une entreprise inclusive qui reconnaît et valorise activement les différences individuelles dans un environnement de travail diversifié et inclusif.

Faites avancer le monde : Rejoindre un employeur responsable qui agit en faveur des causes sociétales et environnementales en tant qu'investisseur, assureur et entreprise, notamment au travers de l'association AXA Atout Cœur. Dans le cadre de notre engagement en faveur de la durabilité et de la responsabilité environnemental, nous célèbrerons votre arrivée en plantant un arbre.

SHARE your unique expertise 

Education/Qualifications- Master’s degree from a top engineering school, business school, or university, with a background in mathematics, finance, and/or economics- Minimum 3-5 years of prior experience in asset management (ideally alternative credit) or consulting, corporate strategy, M&A or a similar role within the financial services or asset management industry

Competencies

- Analytical Skills: strong expertise in financial modeling, data analysis, and problem-solving, with the ability to derive actionable insights.- Communication Skills: excellent written and verbal communication in both English and French, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely in presentations and reports.- Project Management: proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, demonstrating exceptional attention to detail and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.- Adaptability: capable of thriving in a dynamic, evolving environment and contributing to transformational initiatives.- Team Player: collaborative and supportive team member with a focus on achieving shared goals.

We would love to know more about you. Let’s connect! Send us your resume.