Maritime Investment Analyst

About This Role

Marathon Asset Management is looking for a Maritime Investment Analyst to join its Maritime Finance team. This role is a key opportunity for an analytical and detail-oriented person to support the evaluation, structuring, and execution of investments across the maritime and offshore sectors. The position is ideal for a candidate with strong financial modeling capabilities, a deep interest in asset-heavy industries, and a working knowledge of modern AI tools.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain complex financial models for vessel financings, acquisitions, leasing structures, and maritime infrastructure investments (e.g., Jones Act vessels, offshore support vessels, tankers, barges)
• Conduct in-depth credit analysis and underwriting of counterparties, including shipping companies, offshore operators, and logistics providers
• Analyze market dynamics affecting maritime assets, including freight rates, commodity flows, regulatory changes (e.g., Jones Act, IMO), and geopolitical developments
• Support transaction execution, including investment memos, IC presentations, and due diligence coordination
• Develop sensitivity analyses and scenario modeling related to utilization, charter rates, fuel costs, and residual values
• Leverage AI tools (e.g., Claude, Perplexity) to accelerate research, synthesize market intelligence, and improve workflow efficiency
• Create high-quality presentations and materials for internal stakeholders and external partners
• Monitor portfolio performance and provide ongoing reporting and risk assessment

Requirements

• 2–5 years of experience in maritime finance, equipment finance, maritime financial operations, or a related field
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, including financial modeling, scenario analysis, and data manipulation
• Demonstrated experience building detailed three-statement models, cash flow models, or asset-based financing models
• Understanding of capital structures, credit analysis, and valuation methodologies
• Familiarity with shipping markets, economics, or energy/logistics infrastructure is strongly preferred
• Working knowledge of AI tools such as Claude, Perplexity, or similar platforms, with the ability to integrate them into research and analytical workflows
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Intellectual curiosity with a strong interest in global trade, energy markets, and supply chain logistics
• Ability to synthesize complex data into clear, actionable insights
• High attention to detail with strong organizational skills
• Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

• Bonus and benefits