CLO Structuring Associate

Job Description Summary

The CLO Structuring Desk Associate supports the structuring and execution of Collateralized Loan Obligation (CLO) transactions. The role partners closely with senior structurers and syndicate teams to analyze collateral pools, model transaction economics, and support new issuance and refinancing activities. The position requires strong quantitative skills and attention to detail, with the ability to independently deliver high‑quality analysis in a fast‑paced, deal‑driven environment.

Job Description

Job Summary

The CLO Structuring Desk Associate supports the structuring and execution of Collateralized Loan Obligation (CLO) transactions. The role partners closely with senior structurers and syndicate teams to analyze collateral pools, model transaction economics, and support new issuance and refinancing activities. The position requires strong quantitative skills and attention to detail, with the ability to independently deliver high‑quality analysis in a fast‑paced, deal‑driven environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the structuring and execution of new issue, reset, and refinancing CLO transactions.
• Set up and run CLO models for both investor and rating agency purposes.
• Analyze collateral portfolios, including key metric calculations and ensuring data integrity.
• Assist with preparation of structuring materials, deal memos, rating agency submissions, investor presentations, and marketing materials.
• Monitor warehouse activity.
• Track market developments in CLO assets and liabilities, for both broadly syndicated and private credit markets.
• Handle administrative elements of transactions (e.g. – NDAs, rating agency engagement)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of

• CLO structures, and portfolio and waterfall indenture mechanics.
• Capital markets concepts and securitization processes.

Skill in

• Quantitative modeling and scenario analysis.
• Advanced Excel modeling; familiarity with CLO modeling systems (e.g., Intex and rating agency models).

Ability to

• Independently manage analytical workstreams across multiple active transactions.
• Communicate clearly and concisely with senior structurers and cross‑functional partners.
• Work effectively in a high‑pressure, transaction‑oriented environment.
• Identify risks, ask the right questions, and escalate issues appropriately.
• Continuously expand technical expertise in CLO markets and structuring mechanics.

Educational/Previous Experience Requirements

Education/Previous Experience

• Bachelor's Degree (B.A.) and three (3) to five (5) years of experience in the financial services industry.

• OR ~

• Any equivalent combination of education, experience and/or training approved by Human Resources.

Licenses/Certifications

• Required FINRA licenses – Securities Industry Essentials (SIE), Series 7, Series 63 & Series 79
• Unlicensed candidates will be required to obtain registrations within 180 days

Travel Required:  No

Education

Bachelor’s: Accounting, Bachelor’s: Business Administration, Bachelor’s: Finance

Work Experience

General Experience - 3 to 6 years

Certifications

Salary Range

$80,000.00-$175,000.00

Travel

Less than 25%

Workstyle

Resident

The total compensation for this position includes base salary or wages, and may include components such as additional compensation (cash or equity), discretionary bonuses, or commissions. This position is eligible for a benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision; life insurance; critical illness insurance and accident insurance; disability benefits; retirement savings; paid time off (including vacation, holidays, and sick leave); and parental leave.  Eligibility for benefits and specific offerings may vary based on position and employment status. To view more details of the benefits offered, visit Myrjbenefits.com.

At Raymond James our associates use five guiding behaviors (Develop, Collaborate, Decide, Deliver, Improve) to deliver on the firm's core values of client-first, integrity, independence and a conservative, long-term view. 
We expect our associates at all levels to:
•  Grow professionally and inspire others to do the same
•  Work with and through others to achieve desired outcomes
•  Make prompt, pragmatic choices and act with the client in mind
•  Take ownership and hold themselves and others accountable for delivering results that matter
•  Contribute to the continuous evolution of the firm

At Raymond James – as part of our people-first culture, we honor, value, and respect the uniqueness, experiences, and backgrounds of all of our Associates.  When associates bring their best authentic selves, our organization, clients, and communities thrive. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.