Investment Analyst 2026
Company: Arena Investors I Quaestor Advisors
Location: New York City
Posted on: February 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Arena is looking to recruit
talented recent graduates to its newly established two-year Analyst
Program. Our Analyst Program is an opportunity to join a rapidly
growing alternative credit investment firm, directly out of
undergrad, without the typical requirement of 1-2 years of
investment banking experience. Analysts will play a critical role
in Arena’s effort to deploy capital across its fundamentals based
investment strategy across corporate private credit, real estate,
structured product, natural resource, and liquid market verticals.
Through on-the-job experience and regular training sessions,
analysts will be exposed to various corporate finance and security
analysis concepts including credit analysis, financial modeling,
business model and capital structure, and fixed income and equity
securities, among others. In addition to finance a security
analysis, analysts will also learn important application of law
with respect to buy-side investing as well as establishing critical
corporate soft skills for successful careers in the financial
industry. Each analyst will serve as a generalist assisting members
of the investment team with industry and company due diligence,
financing modeling, investment memorandum preparation, and other
ad-hoc projects. Ideal candidates will have a demonstrated interest
in finance and investing; thrive in an intense, team-oriented
environment; and be highly organized, self-motivated, and
resourceful. The investment teams that an analyst will be assigned
to include the following: • Corporate Private Credit • Corporate
Securities • Structured Finance • Real Estate • Energy • Capital
Markets Responsibilities: • Develop financial models and perform
data / investment analysis. • Research new deal opportunities. •
Perform relative value analysis. • Assist in the preparation of
investment memoranda. • Participate in the transaction closing
process. • Assume transaction post-closing responsibilities. •
Coordinate with internal functions including Treasury and
Operations. Requirements The individual will have demonstrated an
ability to work in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment
with an ability to think broadly about the business, incorporating
continual improvement of processes and procedures with a goal of
excellence while focusing on accuracy and efficiency. Bachelor’s
degree from a top university, ideally in a quantitative area (e.g.,
finance, economics, accounting, engineering, science or
mathematics). Other majors that are ideal include those that
require the ability to communicate ideas well either through
presentations or writing (e.g. English, philosophy) Excellent
Microsoft Excel (VBA a plus) and writing skills. Experience with
financial modeling and transaction structuring / closing. Thorough
understanding of basic financial and accounting concepts. The
highest level of personal integrity, discipline and ethical
standards. A positive attitude, strong work ethic and a desire to
work collaboratively across the organization. Strong attention to
detail. Not afraid to ask questions. Benefits Health Care Plan
(Medical, Dental & Vision) Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public
Holidays) Training & Development Free Food & Snacks Wellness
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