Investment Professional - Alternative Cross-Asset Strategies (ACAS) Group

Investment Professional

Alternative Cross-Asset Strategies (“ACAS”) Group 

Full-time

Hybrid (Boston, MA or New York, NY)

The Opportunity

Join a fundamental value-oriented investment team focused on generating attractive risk-adjusted investment performance over a long-term time horizon across a wide spectrum of asset types. The strategy is a flexible and opportunistic mandate to invest across traditional corporate capital structures as well as other less traditional asset classes and strategies, in either private or public form. This position will provide a unique opportunity to execute investments in different markets and stages from start to finish. The successful candidate will be open-minded and enjoy solving challenges, no matter the issue, while possessing a collaborative and team-first mentality. Various potential investments may include leveraged loans, high yield bonds, convertible or hybrid securities, distressed or event-driven situations, private or public equity, joint-ventures/seed investments, asset-backed credit/structured products, and selective private partnerships. Functionally this role is a cross-asset or hybrid investment position that will allow for shifting across different investment strategies and asset classes in search of asymmetric risk/reward.

The Team

This position is within a newly-formed focus area inside of the Alternatives team that is small and collaborative with various members across different verticals, and experience levels, including credit, real estate, private equity, and other investments. Team members wear multiple different hats and are motivated by a shared goal to source, research, analyze, and execute on unique investment opportunities, that generally target equity-oriented returns with a distinct focus on risk and downside protection, typically with creditor lens. This position will support broader Investment Management and our entire organization.

The Impact

This Position will be a critical team member capable of material contributions supporting all aspects of the investment process and leading in certain cases where appropriate. Specific work streams will focus on and include but are not limited to financial modeling; research and analysis; investigative due diligence, producing investment memos; legal review, and general critical thinking/problem-solving. Given the flexibility of this role, the different investments/security types, and asset classes, this individual should be comfortable, or seek to gain comfort, in shifting perspectives as needed, based on the underlying investment and situational context.

Day-to-day responsibilities for this role may include, but are not limited to:

• Analyzing public or private investment opportunities
• Reviewing financial and legal documents as well as other forms of due diligence or market intelligence
• Developing, updating, and maintaining financial models or other analytical tools
• Preparing and presenting investment recommendations
• Presenting and communicating analysis, research, and conclusions while soliciting feedback; audience may include colleagues and external stakeholders
• Driving a process from start to finish with various levels of independence when appropriate

The Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• 2+ years of experience (including internship experience) in investment research, turnaround/restructuring consulting, distressed/stressed credit, legal due diligence, and/or related role(s)
• 2+ years of experience (including internship experience) in bottoms-up financial modeling and analytic skills

The Ideal Qualifications

• Industry/sector knowledge in one core, or multiple, different sub-sectors, industries, along with a desire to explore other different areas of opportunity
• Experience in, or exposure to, public and private investments and a working knowledge of different alternative asset classes and capital structures
• Professional experience in complex situations, difficult negotiations, and/or businesses undergoing material change
• Background in, or experience with, an event-driven or fundamental value-oriented multi-strategy alternative investment approach, distress/corporate restructurings, turnaround consulting, private equity, or a related advisory role
• Ability to work with all seniority levels as well as a desire to maintain and grow strong relationships
• Desire to work in a small, collaborative team with shifting responsibilities and areas of focus
• Strong communication skills and deep attention to detail
• Interest in multiple different investment types/strategies and a fundamental value-oriented approach to investment analyses

What You Can Expect at MassMutual 

• MassMutual offers the opportunity to do meaningful work within a purpose-driven organization that values long-term impact over short-term outcomes. In this role, you can expect:  
• Clear areas of ownership and accountability, with work that connects directly to company and customer outcomes   
• A collaborative environment where perspectives are welcomed    
• Access to learning, development, and internal networks that support continuous growth and skill-building over time   
• Employee-led communities and forums that foster connection, learning, and inclusion across the organization   
• A culture grounded in integrity, responsibility, and stewardship—supported by a company with a strong legacy and a future-focused mindset

We encourage applicants to include a cover letter sharing your interest in this role and why your background and experience is relevant to the opportunity.

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Salary Range:

$115,900-$152,100

At MassMutual, we focus on ensuring fair equitable pay, by providing competitive salaries, along with incentive and bonus opportunities for all employees. Your total compensation package includes either a bonus target or in a sales-focused role a Variable Incentive Compensation component.

Why Join Us.

We’ve been around since 1851. During our history, we’ve learned a few things about making sure our customers are our top priority. In order to meet and exceed their expectations, we must have the best people providing the best thinking, products and services. To accomplish this, we celebrate an inclusive, vibrant and diverse culture that encourages growth, openness and opportunities for everyone. A career with MassMutual means you will be part of a strong, stable and ethical business with industry leading pay and benefits. And your voice will always be heard.

We help people secure their future and protect the ones they love. As a company owned by our policyowners, we are defined by mutuality and our vision to put customers first. It’s more than our company structure – it’s our way of life. We are a company of people protecting people. Our company exists because people are willing to share risk and resources, and rely on each other when it counts. At MassMutual, we Live Mutual.

MassMutual is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome all persons to apply.

If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us and share the specifics of the assistance you need.

At MassMutual, we focus on ensuring fair, equitable pay by providing competitive salaries, along with incentive and bonus opportunities for all employees.  Your total compensation package includes either a bonus target or in a sales-focused role a Variable Incentive Compensation component.  For more information about our extensive benefits offerings please check out our Total Rewards at a Glance.