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DRW

Equity Analyst - Special Situations

Chicago, IL · On-site

$150K - $250K/yr

DRW is looking to bring on a Special Situations Equity Analyst to join the Chicago based trading and research team. The role will be to work primarily with the Equity teams, however, DRW, as a multi ...

Bain Capital

Vice President, Special Situations

Boston, MA · On-site

$150 - $200/hr

VP - Global Special Situations - Boston Office We are currently hiring a VP to work with our Global ... Perform industry-level analyses, including market data research, speaking to industry experts, and ...

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How much do special situations analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for special situations analyst in the United States is $96,194.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,000.00 and $120,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Special Situations Analyst vs Credit Analyst?

AspectSpecial Situations AnalystCredit Analyst
Required CredentialsTypically requires finance or economics degree, certifications like CFASame as Special Situations Analyst, often CFA or similar certifications
Work EnvironmentInvestment firms, hedge funds, private equityBanks, lending institutions, corporate finance
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in alternative investment sectors focusing on distressed or complex situationsCommon in banking and corporate lending sectors assessing creditworthiness

While both roles involve financial analysis, a Special Situations Analyst focuses on distressed assets and complex investment opportunities, often in alternative investments. A Credit Analyst primarily assesses the credit risk of borrowers for lending purposes. The roles share similar credentials but differ in their focus areas and work environments.

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Infographic showing various Special Situations Analyst job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $96,194 per year, or $46.2 per hour.

Associate, Special Situations

Bain Capital Private Equity, LP

Boston, MA

$16.25 - $20/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 23 hours ago

Job description

Established in 1984, Bain Capital is one of the world's leading private investment firms with approximately $185 billion in assets under management. Bain Capital manages a range of strategies including private equity, public equity, credit, venture capital, real estate, life sciences, and impact investments. Our competitive advantage is grounded in a diligence-intensive, value-added investment approach that enables the firm to deliver industry-leading returns for its investors. Headquartered in Boston, Bain Capital has offices in Chicago, Dublin, Guangzhou, Hong Kong, London, Madrid, Mauritius, Melbourne, Mumbai, Munich, New York, Palo Alto, San Francisco, Seoul, Shanghai, Sydney, and Tokyo.

BAIN CAPITAL SPECIAL SITUATIONS OVERVIEW

Bain Capital Special Situations has $19 billion in assets under management and has invested $35 billion in more than 900 deals across a balanced geographic mix of investments in North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific since its founding in 2002. We provide bespoke capital solutions to meet the diverse needs of companies, entrepreneurs, and asset owners - in all market cycles. The strategy brings together equity and credit expertise, as well as corporate and real asset expertise, to provide solutions which cannot be met by traditional providers or other funds within Bain Capital. Our dedicated, global team of 141 investment and portfolio professionals contribute the local expertise and capabilities that enable these diverse investments.

GSS TEAM OVERVIEW

The Global Special Situations group is comprised of 25 U.S. team members, who spend their time sourcing investment opportunities, conducting due diligence, preparing investment recommendations, and monitoring the universe of investments they follow. Team members interact regularly with the Investment Committee and Portfolio Management teams to communicate and refine their recommendations, as well as collaborate extensively with their peers across the broader Bain Capital platform. We are currently hiring experienced Analysts and Associates for our North America Special Situations group in our Boston office beginning in the Spring/Summer of 2025.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Perform fundamental company-specific due diligence: visit company management, conduct proprietary research in the field (with customers, suppliers, etc.), and analyze financial statements
  • Perform industry-level analyses, including market data research, speaking to industry experts, and attending industry conferences to inform the investment process and provide critical context
  • Build out company models, perform valuation analysis, and analyze returns sensitivities
  • Make proactive buy/sell recommendations and effectively communicate your views with team members
  • Learn and adopt the firm's straightforward investment process, characterized by direct verbal communication and concise written investment summaries supported by in-depth data-driven analysis (i.e., quantitative models of market size/growth, competitive positioning, and financial statements/analysis valuation)

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Strong academic credentials (BS/BA from highly-regarded institution) and a demonstrated track record of successful work experience
  • 1-3 years experience with an investment management firm, management consulting, investment banking, or venture capital/private equity firm
  • Experience analyzing and/or evaluating companies
  • A fundamental, analytically driven approach to investing with strong analytical/modeling capability
  • Ability to work collaboratively in team environments and strong relationship-building skills
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with ability to synthesize complicated analyses concisely and to articulate insightful conclusions compellingly. Open to spirited debate over ideas.
  • Please note we will only consider applications of individuals who do not require visa sponsorship, either now or in the future

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