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Job Summary

Arch Investment Management is seeking a Head of Credit Research to lead its Corporate Credit research function. This senior role is responsible for setting the research agenda, leading a high-performing analyst team, and delivering differentiated insights that drive portfolio construction and investment decisions. The individual will maintain direct coverage across a meaningful portion of the investment grade universe while advancing the research platform through close collaboration with quantitative and technology teams.

The Company

Arch Capital Group Ltd. is a Bermuda-based company which provides insurance, reinsurance, and mortgage insurance on a worldwide basis. Arch Investment Management Ltd. (“AIM”) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Arch Capital Group Ltd. Arch has approximately $26 billion of capital and investable assets of $48 billion. AIM is responsible for managing the portfolios of Arch Capital and its subsidiaries. We seek talent that thinks innovatively, values collaboration, and demonstrates sound judgment and accountability in managing risk on behalf of the firm.

Job Responsibilities

• Establish and implement tactical and operational plans for the Investment Grade Corporate Credit research function, including coverage priorities, resource allocation, research standards, and short- to mid-term priorities including expansion into High Yield credit.

• Set the research agenda across sectors, industries, and capital structures, ensuring issuer-level work translates into actionable relative value views informing portfolio construction decisions, and risk positioning to produce alpha.

• Communicate research priorities, market developments, portfolio implications, and matters of strategic importance to senior leadership with clarity, commercial judgment, and a strong link to investment outcomes.

• Maintain direct issuer coverage across the investment grade universe, producing high-conviction research with a strong focus on relative value across sectors, industries, and capital structures

• Mentor and develop a team of credit analysts, fostering a culture of intellectual rigor, accountability, and continuous improvement aligned with portfolio outcomes

• Lead the integration of quantitative models, systematic signals, and data-driven tools—including AI and advanced analytics—into the fundamental credit research process in partnership with dedicated quant teams to produce alpha

• Operate as an integrated senior partner across investment teams, including Alternatives and Securitized Credit, contributing to cross-platform credit views and capital allocation discussions across the broader credit spectrum.

Minimum Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in fixed income credit research, with deep expertise in investment grade corporate credit and demonstrated proficiency across multiple sectors and related credit disciplines including High Yield

• Proven experience leading and developing credit research teams including senior analysts, with track record of talent development and improving team effectiveness, and elevating investment judgement.

• Demonstrated ability to establish operating plans, research frameworks, coverage models, and quality standards that support portfolio outcomes and business unit objectives.

• Experience engaging with quantitative teams and incorporating factor-based and data-driven approaches into fundamental research; openness to emerging tools including AI

• Strong ability to influence senior leadership and investment stakeholders through clear written and verbal communication, sound judgment, and actionable recommendations on matters of strategic importance.

• Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative subject (i.e., finance, economics, etc.); CFA charter or MBA highly preferred

For individuals assigned or hired to work in the location(s) indicated below, the base salary range is provided. Range is as of the time of posting. Position is incentive eligible.

$350,000/year

• Total individual compensation (base salary, short & long-term incentives) offered will take into account a number of factors including but not limited to geographic location, scope & responsibilities of the role, qualifications, talent availability & specialization as well as business needs. The above pay range may be modified in the future.

• Arch is committed to helping employees succeed through our comprehensive benefits package that includes multiple medical plans plus dental, vision and prescription drug coverage; a competitive 401k with generous matching; PTO beginning at 20 days per year; up to 12 paid company holidays per year plus 2 paid days of Volunteer Time Offer; basic Life and AD&D Insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability; Paid Parental Leave of up to 10 weeks; Student Loan Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement, Backup Child and Elder Care; and more. Click here to learn more on available benefits.

   

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