Enter a job title or keyword

Associate, Credit Analysis

CIM Group

Job Location:

Chicago, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 120000 - 140000

Posted: 27 July 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 24 October 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

ABOUT OFS:

Established in 1994 OFS is a registered investment adviser providing capital and leveraged finance solutions to U.S. corporations on behalf of its advisory clients. For more than 25-years OFS has developed a disciplined approach to provide reliable innovative and flexible credit solutions to U.S.-based businesses that are underserved by traditional lenders. OFS provides flexible debt financing to support recapitalizations leveraged buyouts and growth capital. OFS is an affiliate of CIM Group. Join us and make an impact today!

POSITION PURPOSE:

Position will research and analyze the assigned industries to identify potential investment opportunities and monitor existing investments in the Broadly Syndicated Loan Market.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Monitor respective investments in the Business Services sector within the leveraged loan market.
Present written analysis on individual credits including but not limited to; identification of strengths/weaknesses mitigants to weaknesses business outlook industry dynamics company management deal sponsor capital structure key credit agreement terms collateral profile cash flow projections/sensitivity analysis comparable analysis and relative value.
Research investments incorporating fundamental analysis of companies within the leveraged loan space. Specifically the analyst will be responsible for building/maintaining financial models preparing written investment memoranda and quarterly/annual portfolio management reports.
Assist in preparation of sector presentations on a periodic basis providing current state of industry company comparisons valuations new ideas trends etc. to the Investment Committee.
Maintain high level of knowledge on current/evolving industry trends and monitor primary and secondary credit market activity in the leveraged loan/high yield space via networking/conversation with research analysts third parties and colleagues within the leveraged loan space.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: (including certification licenses etc.)

Bachelors degree in business finance or related field of study.
2 to 5 years of experience in credit markets including formal credit training financial analysis and modeling broadly syndicated loan market experience preferred but not necessary.
Prior investment banking experience a plus.
CPA CFA and/or MBA a plus.
Demonstrated understanding of GAAP principles/financial analysis/valuation/modeling.
Ability to forecast/project based on drivers of applicable business.
Demonstrated ability to interpret/analyze Quality of Earnings reports; understand/opine on Adjustments to EBITDA.
Ability to perform Discounted Cash Flow Analysis/NPV analysis.
Ability to assess Relative Value based on yield calculations internal/external ratings considerations and credit metrics.

ABOUT YOU:

Ability to interact with outside institutions in professional manner seeking guidance from research analysts/market color from capital markets professionals.
Ability to write correspondence and/or reports.
Ability to effectively present information to customers clients and other employees of the organization.
Ability to read analyze and interpret financial reports and/or legal documents.
Demonstrated competence with respect to overall macro factors and subsector trends/allocations.
Demonstrated competence with Microsoft Excel Word PowerPoint.
Demonstrated competence/curiosity with Artificial Intelligence (CoPilot Claude GPT etc).
Demonstrated competence in use of Bloomberg Capital IQ.
Demonstrated competence with Moodys/S&P online platforms for ratings/industry analysis.
Ability to learn/adapt to technological platforms OFS employs on proprietary basis.

WHAT CIM OFFERS:

At CIM we believe our success stems from our collective efforts and we are committed to providing well-rounded support and resources for our addition to a competitive compensation plan CIM offers a comprehensive benefits program for employees to thrive both inside and outside of work. Eligible employees can enjoy a wide range of benefits including:

A variety of Medical dental and vision benefit plans
Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution
Company paid life and disability insurance
401(k) savings plan with company match
Comprehensive paid time off including: vacation days 10 designated holidays sick time and bereavement leave
Up to 16 hours of volunteer time off
Up to 16 weeks of Paid Parental Leave
Ongoing professional development programs
Wellness program including monthly and quarterly prizes
And more!

Actual base salary considers several factors including but not limited to geography job-related knowledge experience and budget. The start of the salary range is typically associated with the minimum experience required. At CIM base pay is one part of the total compensation package. This role is eligible for bonus pay in addition to base salary. The anticipated base salary range for the position in Chicago IL is $120000 - $140000.

#LI-BL1

HOW WE FEEL ABOUT DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION:

OFS is committed to creating a successful diversity equity and inclusion (DEI) program in which ALL employees recognize and understand individual differences and how we can adjust our preconceived biases and perceptions of others and thereby promote an inclusive environment at OFS based on its core tenets of Honesty Integrity Kindness and Respect. As an equal opportunity employer we prohibit any unlawful discrimination against a job applicant on the basis of their race color religion gender gender identity gender expression sexual orientation national origin family or parental status disability* age veteran status or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We respect the laws enforced by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and are dedicated to going above and beyond in fostering diversity across our workplace.

*Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on CIM Group.Please inform our Talent team if you need any assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.

OFS is committed to maintaining the confidentiality and privacy of your personal and financial information. Pleaseclick here for our Privacy Policy.

OFS does not accept unsolicited resumes from Agencies. Any unsolicited resumes received from Agencies will be considered property of OFS and no fees will be due or paid. If you wish to become an approved Agency with OFS or any of its Affiliates please contact a member of the OFS Talent Acquisition Team.

Required Experience:

Apply Now