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Schroders

Credit Analyst

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$120K - $150K/yr

We serve a diverse client base that includes pension schemes, insurance companies, sovereign wealth ... We operate a hybrid working model, with a requirement that our Credit Analyst be in the office 3 ...

Schroders

Credit Analyst

New York, NY · Hybrid

$120K - $150K/yr

We serve a diverse client base that includes pension schemes, insurance companies, sovereign wealth ... We operate a hybrid working model, with a requirement that our Credit Analyst be in the office 3 ...

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How much do sovereign credit analyst jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for sovereign credit analyst in the United States is $29.92, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.08 and $33.65 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a sovereign credit analyst?

A Sovereign Credit Analyst is a financial professional who evaluates the creditworthiness of countries or sovereign entities. They analyze economic indicators, political stability, fiscal policies, and external debt to assess the risk of a country defaulting on its obligations. Their assessments help investors, banks, and rating agencies make informed decisions about lending to or investing in different countries. Sovereign Credit Analysts play a critical role in global finance by providing insights that influence bond ratings and investment strategies.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a sovereign credit analyst?

To thrive as a Sovereign Credit Analyst, you need strong analytical skills, expertise in macroeconomics and international finance, and typically a degree in economics, finance, or a related field. Familiarity with financial modeling tools, economic databases like Bloomberg or IMF data, and often CFA certification are important technical assets. Excellent written and verbal communication, critical thinking, and attention to detail help analysts effectively convey risk assessments and work within cross-functional teams. These skills are crucial for accurately evaluating sovereign risk, supporting investment decisions, and maintaining the credibility of financial institutions.

What are some of the main challenges faced by sovereign credit analysts when assessing emerging market countries?

Sovereign Credit Analysts often face challenges related to limited data transparency, rapidly changing political landscapes, and volatile economic conditions in emerging markets. Unlike developed countries, reliable financial and economic data may be scarce or subject to sudden revisions, making risk assessment more complex. Additionally, analysts must stay alert to geopolitical events, policy shifts, and external shocks that can quickly affect a country's creditworthiness. Building strong networks and staying up-to-date with global trends is crucial for success in this role.

What is the difference between Sovereign Credit Analyst vs Corporate Credit Analyst?

AspectSovereign Credit AnalystCorporate Credit Analyst
CredentialsTypically requires finance, economics degrees, and certifications like CFASimilar credentials, often CFA or CPA
Work EnvironmentFocuses on government debt, policy analysis, and macroeconomic factorsFocuses on individual companies, financial statements, and industry analysis
Employer & IndustryPrimarily banks, government agencies, international organizationsCommercial banks, investment firms, corporations

While both roles analyze credit risk, Sovereign Credit Analysts evaluate government debt and macroeconomic factors, whereas Corporate Credit Analysts focus on individual companies' financial health. The skills and credentials overlap, but their focus areas and work environments differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Sovereign Credit Analyst job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 81% Full Time, and 18% Part Time. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $62,243 per year, or $29.9 per hour.

Emerging Country Debt Analyst

Boston, MA • On-site

GMO
Finance and Insurance • 501 - 1,000 employees
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$175K - $225K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 3 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Work with the sovereign team to price relative country risk using models and processes.

  • Provide input into improvements and enhancements to sovereign credit models.

  • Contribute to default recovery analysis for countries in distress.

Job description

Company Profile
 
Founded in 1977, GMO is a global investment manager committed to delivering superior long-term investment performance and advice to our clients. We offer investment strategies and solutions where we believe we are positioned to add the greatest value for our investors. These include multi-asset class, equity, fixed income and alternative offerings.
 
We manage approximately $80bn for a client base that includes many of the world’s most sophisticated institutions, financial intermediaries, and private clients. Industry-wide, we are well known for our focus on valuation-based investing, willingness to take bold positions when conditions warrant, and candid and academically rigorous thought leadership. Jeremy Grantham, GMO’s Co-Founder and Long-Term Investment Strategist, is renowned as an expert in identifying speculative investment bubbles and also as a leading climate investor and advocate.
 
GMO is privately owned and employs over 430 people worldwide. We are headquartered in Boston, with additional offices in Europe, Asia and Australia. Our company-wide culture emphasizes commitment to clients, intellectual curiosity, and open debate. We celebrate and respect our differences, while embracing and valuing what each of us brings to work, as we know that diverse teams in an inclusive, caring environment achieve higher engagement and better client results.
 
Please follow the prompts included in this job posting to apply. The application window for this role is anticipated to remain open until the job is filled, or as otherwise determined by GMO.
 

Position Overview:
 
GMO’s Emerging Debt Team is a focused team that manages $9.5 billion in dedicated EMD AUM for a variety of clients (pension funds, endowments, sub advisory, etc).  It has a first-decile, 30-plus-year track record in managing hard currency strategies (EMBIG-D benchmark), and a first-decile 17-year track record in managing local currency strategy (GBI-EMGD benchmark).  It also manages a select set of bespoke mandates. 
 
The team is currently seeking an experienced sovereign credit analyst to join its 7-member group of portfolio managers and analysts. The sovereign credit team covers roughly 80 countries that span investment-grade, sub-investment grade, and defaulted countries. We are looking for a strong team player with a demonstrated passion for emerging markets economic and political analysis. It is imperative that the successful candidate have the initiative and ability to work independently, while collaborating with teammates within a small, collegial setting. 
 
This position is based in Boston.
 
Key Responsibilities:
 
The candidate will be expected to contribute to the team’s best-in-class alpha strategies by:
·         Working with the sovereign team to price relative country risk across the investment universe, using the team’s models and processes.
·         Providing input into improvements and enhancements to the sovereign credit models.
·         Contributing to default recovery analysis for countries in distress.
·         Sourcing and maintaining data necessary for the above.
·         Meeting with policymakers of countries in the investment universe, both virtually and in-person.
·         Working with corporate/quasi-sovereign analysts when necessary to provide a joint assessment of the likelihood of support. 
·         Assisting in analysis of emerging market currencies and local interest rate markets.
·         Responding to client requests for information and analysis on economic and financial developments.
 
 
Requirements and Desired Skills and Characteristics:
  • Education: Undergraduate degree holders with a strong academic background will be considered. An advanced degree in economics, quantitative methods, or a related field would be preferable.
  • Experience: A minimum of ten years of relevant economic research focused on emerging and developing economies is required. Work in the specific area of sovereign credit analysis would be desirable, as would knowledge of exchange rate and local interest rate modeling in emerging markets.
  • Communication Skills:  Ability to understand and work with a culturally diverse population of issuers is critical. The ability to communicate concisely in writing is critical.
  • Professional Skills: Ability to take initiative and successfully follow through on tasks; accept compromise and deliver results to meet deadlines; manage multiple projects and set priorities.  The ideal candidate will also show a desire for achievement and commitment to the investment process and to growing their expertise in the field.  
  • Data Analysis: Advanced capability in MS Excel required. Python would be an added plus, as would relevant work with statistical packages such as Stata.
  • Language Skills: Proficiency in a foreign language is desirable but not required.
This is a reasonable, good faith estimate of the current salary range for this role. GMO’s salary range accounts for a wide array of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets and market demand for skills; level of experience and training; specific qualifications, performance, time in role/company, geographic location, and other business and organizational needs.
 
In addition, this position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus award, which award may be determined by individual, team, department and firm performance, and is subject to the terms of GMO’s compensation plan. This position is also benefits eligible. GMO’s comprehensive benefits program includes medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability coverage, a 401(k)/profit-sharing retirement plan, open paid time off, leaves of absences, dependent care resources, tuition reimbursement, charitable gifts matching, flexible spending accounts, and commuter benefits.
GMO is committed to the recruitment, employment, and promotion of all candidates equally, regardless of an individual's gender, race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military or veteran status, genetic information, physical or mental disability (except where such disability is a bona fide occupational disqualification) or any other classification protected under federal, state or local law.
 

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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Finance and insurance

Company size

501 - 1,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Boston, MA, US

Year founded

1977

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