Job Classification:

• Investment Management
• Investments

A GLOBAL FIRM WITH A DIVERSE & INCLUSIVE CULTURE

As the Global Asset Management business of Prudential, we’re always looking for ways to improve financial services. We’re passionate about making a meaningful impact - touching the lives of millions and solving financial challenges in an ever-changing world.

We also believe talent is key to achieving our vision and are intentional about building a culture on respect and collaboration. When you join PGIM, you’ll unlock a motivating and impactful career – all while growing your skills and advancing your profession at one of the world’s leading global asset managers!

If you’re not afraid to think differently and challenge the status quo, come and be a part of a dedicated team that’s investing in your future by shaping tomorrow today.

At PGIM, You Can!

What you will do

This role is a research position leading the mortgage credit research team within the Securitized Products Research group of PGIM Fixed Income. The successful candidate will work closely with the structured products portfolio managers to formulate mortgage credit related investment strategies and oversee the mortgage credit portfolio. The successful candidate will be responsible for analyzing transaction collateral, assigning internal credit ratings, reviewing transaction documentation packages, developing and maintaining issuer and complementary creditor partnerships, conducting issuer due diligence as necessary, communicating with investment banking teams, working closely with portfolio management, in-house counsel, and other internal colleagues to determine investment suitability and relative attractiveness, presenting to clients and conducting surveillance on existing investments and industry trends.

What you will bring

• Underwriting public RMBS, mortgage whole loan and mortgage related ABF investment opportunities: developing tools for analyzing residential mortgage credit risk; negotiating document terms with issuers, sponsors, and other transaction parties; determining proprietary credit ratings; performing an ESG review of the issuer and transaction parties and assigning a proprietary ESG Impact score

• Undertaking the ongoing monitoring and analysis of existing positions to assess credit risk, credit ratings stability, cash flow volatility, portfolio positioning and trading opportunities

• Working closely with the structured products portfolio managers on all aspects of mortgage credit sectors: communicating credit and risk/reward opinions; highlighting changing fundamental viewpoints; helping to establish the strategic direction investing in the sector

• Presenting results from transaction-specific and sector-wide analyses to wider internal and external audiences, including portfolio managers and clients

• Maintaining views on industry-wide issues that impact originators, broker/dealers, and investors

• Responsibilities may include monitoring U.S. and global regulatory changes, accounting and capital requirement changes, federal, state, and global lending laws, and any legal precedents

• Building and maintaining relationships with sell side firms and issuers

• Training and development of junior analysts

What will set you apart?

• BA/BS degree (MBA, MS and/or CFA are pluses)

• Candidate should have a minimum of 10 years of experience in mortgage credit research

• Demonstrated experience in developing and utilizing mortgage models, either independently or in close collaboration with a quantitative modeling team.

• Outstanding performance in prior experience and demonstrated leadership qualities

• Works well as part of a team and enjoys a fast paced, high intensity environment

• Possesses strong communication and presentation skills

• Has a keen interest in capital markets and mortgage credit investments

• Possesses strong attention to detail and possesses excellent creative and technical skills

• Solid capabilities in fixed income mathematics

**PGIM welcomes all applicants, even if you don't meet every requirement. If your skills align with the role, we encourage you to apply.Note: Prudential is required by state specific laws to include the salary range for this role when hiring a resident in applicable locations. The annual base salary range for this role is from $200,000 to $225,000. Specific pricing for the role may vary within the above range based on many factors including geographic location, candidate experience, and skills.

What we offer you:

• Market competitive base salaries, with a yearly bonus potential at every level.

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), and leave of absences, such as parental and military leave.

• 401(k) plan with company match (up to 4%).

• Company-funded pension plan.

• Wellness Programs including up to $1,600 a year for reimbursement of items purchased to support personal wellbeing needs.

• Work/Life Resources to help support topics such as parenting, housing, senior care, finances, pets, legal matters, education, emotional and mental health, and career development.

• Education Benefit to help finance traditional college enrollment toward obtaining an approved degree and many accredited certificate programs.

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan:Shares can be purchased at 85% of the lower of two prices (Beginning or End of the purchase period), after one year of service.

Eligibility to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance. To find out more about our Total Rewards package, visit Work Life Balance | Prudential Careers. Some of the above benefits may not apply to part-time employees scheduled to work less than 20 hours per week.

Prudential Financial, Inc. of the United States is not affiliated with Prudential plc. which is headquartered in the United Kingdom.

Prudential is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, marital status, age, veteran status, domestic partner status, medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

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