About
Connor Burke is an associate trader at First Eagle Alternative Credit, a division of First Eagle Investments, where he is responsible for supporting the day-to-day activities of the Tradable Credit team. In this role, he focuses on trading and monitoring positions in various credit markets, specifically those involving leveraged loans and high-yield bonds within the alternative credit sector.
Prior to his current appointment, Connor gained experience as a Junior Loan Trader at First Eagle Investments and as an Analyst in Private Equity Credit at BMO Financial Group. His professional background centers on leveraged finance, credit analysis, and private equity credit, providing him with a deep understanding of both primary and secondary loan markets.
Connor holds a degree in Accounting and Finance from Indiana University’s Kelley School of Business. His expertise lies at the intersection of credit markets and structured finance, with a focus on alternative credit products, leveraged lending, and portfolio trading management.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Eagle Investments | Associate | Feb 2024 to Present | — |
| First Eagle Investments | Junior Loan Trader | Jul 2022 to Present | — |
| BMO Financial Group | Analyst - Private Equity Credit | Jan 2022 to Aug 2022 | • Worked within the BMO Private Bank offering General Partner Loan Programs to private equity and other alternative investment firms • Provided underwriting and credit analysis for various leveraged p... |
| Heartland Bank | AAO, Accounting Specialist I | Oct 2021 to Jan 2022 | — |
| Heartland Bank | Accounting Specialist I | Sep 2020 to Nov 2021 | Responsible for providing accounting support for general ledger, financial management systems, and other accounting functions to support the department. Essential Functions - Maintain fixed assets and... |
| suntek systems, inc. | Financial Data Analyst | Jun 2020 to Aug 2020 | I worked as a financial data analyst for one of the leading freight forwarding ERP solutions in logistics and supply chain management. I was fortunate to have the opportunity to learn about the fast-p... |
| Rust-Oleum Corporation | Finance Department Intern | May 2019 to Aug 2019 | I worked within the finance department at the Rust-Oleum corporate headquarters in Vernon Hills, IL. I learned how to use several different financial software systems and how the company utilizes them... |
| American Hotel Register Company | Seasonal Warehouse Associate | May 2018 to Aug 2018 | The American Hotel Register Company is a manufacturer and supplier of hospitality products and services. I worked alongside a group of dedicated individuals who were all focused on the collective goal... |
| Amazon | Shipping and Receiving Associate | May 2017 to Aug 2017 | I was a valued team member of the pick and load team at one of Amazon's large fulfillment centers where I was entrusted with the logistical success of nearly twenty thousand packages on a day-to-day b... |
| 2-sport Varsity Athlete | Cross Country and Baseball | Aug 2014 to Jun 2016 | I played two season of varsity baseball and I also ran cross country my senior season. Both these sports required a lot of dedication and offered many leadership opportunities as being one of the only... |
| Mundelein AYSO VIP Soccer | Youth Leader Volunteer | Oct 2014 to Oct 2015 | The VIP (Very Important Player) soccer program is designed for children with special needs, whose physical or mental challenges make them unable to play on mainstream teams. Players range from 4-19 in... |
Education
Indiana University - Kelley School of Business
Accounting and Finance
2016 — 2020
Skills & Expertise
Others at First Eagle Investment Management, LLC (42)
| Name | Role | Location |
|---|---|---|
 | Senior Research Analyst | New York, NY , United States |
B Benjamin Bahr | Portfolio Manager and Senior Analyst | New York, NY , United States |
 | VP Equity Trader | New York, NY , United States |
E Edward Meigs | Portfolio Manager | Baltimore, MD , United States |
E Emily Howard | Senior Sovereign Research Analyst | New York, NY , United States |
 | Senior Analyst | Chicago, IL , United States |
 | Portfolio Manager | New York, NY , United States |
 | Portfolio Manager | New York, NY , United States |
 | Senior Portfolio Analyst | Chicago, IL , United States |
 | Analyst | Chicago, IL , United States |