Founded in 1993, Highland Capital Management, L.P. (“Highland”) headquartered in Dallas, Texas with additional offices in New York and London, is an institutional asset manager specializing in alternative investment strategies. Highland has diversified beyond its historical focus in senior secured bank loans to other core areas including Hedge Funds, 40 Act Funds, Real Estate and Private Equity. Today, Highland manages approximately $38 billion in capital in senior secured loans, high yield bonds, structured products, mezzanine debt and equities. Highland’s global institutional investor base includes corporations, endowments, foundations, pension funds, banks, insurance companies, and funds of funds. The firm’s investment philosophies include the primacy of idiosyncratic risk management, exploring market inefficiencies, fundamental research and active investment management.
The firm is seeking bright, hard-working candidates to help accelerate its growth as Portfolio Analysts. The 2009 Analyst Class will be joining a two-year program designed to attract top performing candidates seeking to gain experience in credit and alternative investments. Select Analysts will have an opportunity to remain with the firm after the completion of the two-year program. In addition, select Analysts will be offered the opportunity to attend graduate school and return to the firm at the firm’s expense.
Responsibilities
Due diligence on the firm’s investment ideas
Fundamental credit analysis
Assist in developing investment recommendations
Benchmarking analysis, valuation analysis, and industry research
Coordinate with senior members of the investment staff in performing analysis
Qualifications
2-3 years post-undergrad experience with superior performance at an investment bank, or top-tier management consulting firm
An undergraduate degree from a top-tier school (GPA 3.5 or above).
Strong analytical and financial acumen, outstanding modeling skills and solid business judgment.
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, writing and presentation skills.
A strong work ethic with a demonstrated record of achievement. Must be highly motivated, internally driven and able to work efficiently in a fast paced environment.
Ability to work an average of 60 hours per week
Compensation & Benefits
Highland offers world class compensation and benefits. The cash compensation package is made up of competitive base pay and a performance bonus. Highland has traditionally offered a generous profit sharing plan allowing employees to share in the results of Highland’s funds. Highland has an industry leading health insurance plan with no premiums or deductibles. Highland’s talented professionals share a passion for excellence, commitment to team work and pride based on the firm’s track record in the alternative investment industry. Highland is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
