Hubert Allemani
Summary
SENIOR PORTFOLIO MANAGER | GLOBAL FIXED INCOME & STRUCTURED CREDIT
15+ Years Experience | € 1.5B Managed | CLO, Leveraged Loan & Distressed Specialist
Performance-driven Portfolio Manager and Credit Strategist with a 15-year track record of managing multi-billion Euros fixed income mandates for top-tier institutional funds. Expert in fundamental analysis, relative value execution, and portfolio construction across senior secured loans and structured vehicles. Proven capability in navigating distressed credit cycles and leading debt restructuring negotiations to maximize recovery values and protect investor capital.
Core Competencies: Portfolio Construction • CLO Management (LSTA/Direct) • Fundamental Credit Analysis • Relative Value Strategy • Distressed Workouts & Restructuring • Risk Mitigation • Investment Committee (IC) Leadership
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
5971
5971
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Portfolio Manager and Trader
MV Credit
Paris, France
11.2021
- Managed €1.2 billion across three CLO funds, successfully optimizing performance of legacy funds through active investment strategies.
- Led the launching of new CLO and senior secured loan funds, providing critical input on market dynamics and portfolio construction.
- Executed the market-facing trader role for all funds, implementing a relative value strategy to ensure best execution and drive alpha generation.
- Engaged directly in investor presentations and discussions, defending investment strategy and performance to key stakeholders.
Senior Investment Analyst
MeDirect Strategy
London, United Kingdom
01.2020 - 10.2021
- Oversaw a €2B portfolio of transactions invested in CLO funds and senior secured loan funds.
- Conducted in-depth fundamental credit analysis and provided actionable buy and sell recommendations based on rigorous relative value assessment.
- Managed distressed situations and led crucial restructuring negotiations to protect portfolio value and mitigate loss.
Vice President / Senior Analyst
Moody's Investors Service
London
01.2013 - 12.2019
- Senior credit analysis for a portfolio of prominent non-financial companies, ensuring accuracy in ratings
- Addressed inquiries from investors and issuers regarding Moody's sector view, methodologies, and adjustments
- Oversaw companies in metal and mining, oil and gas, packaging, and chemical sectors
- Cultivated strong relationships with senior management of rated issuers
- Mentored a team of associate analysts
Director, European Acquisition Finance
AIB Capital Markets
Paris, France
01.2008 - 12.2012
- Oversaw the credit risk and performance of a multi billion portfolio of senior secured broadly syndicated loans.
- Led origination and structuring of complex corporate transactions for mid-market companies across Europe.
- Facilitated and negotiated debt restructuring for underperforming loans to mitigate portfolio losses and preserve capital.
- Supervised and mentored a team of associate analysts.
Senior Vice President, CLO Europe
Deutsche Asset Management
01.2006 - 12.2008
- Spearheaded the development of DWS's CLO franchise in London, demonstrating strategic leadership in launching critical investment product
- Conducted rigorous financial analysis for investments in leveraged loans and high-yield bonds to identify attractive credit opportunities
- Managed arbitrage opportunities between the primary and secondary markets to optimize CLO fund ramp-up and performance
- Actively engaged in investor relations, articulating investment strategy and performance metrics to key commercial stakeholders
Director, Acquisition Finance
Erste Bank
London, United Kingdom
01.2000 - 12.2006
- Responsible for sourcing leveraged finance business opportunities in key European jurisdictions.
- Managed the end-to-end investment process, including preparing detailed credit applications, supporting analysis, and due diligence review.
- Provided on-going loan portfolio management, monitoring credit quality and covenant compliance post-closing.
Education
Certificate - Artificial Intelligence: Implications for Business Strategy
MIT SLOAN School of Management
10.2025 -
Attended The Executive Master - Finance D'entreprise Et Marchés De Capitaux
Sciences Po
ParisMaster degree - Banking and Finance
Centre De Formation De La Profession Bancaire
ParisBsc - European Business
Coventry University
Coventry06.1993
DUT - Gestion D'Entreprises
Université De Montpellier
Montpellier06.1992
Skills
- Investment strategy design
- Portfolio optimisation
- Decision making confidence
- Financial report analysis
- Regulatory compliance knowledge
- Market adaptability
- Client relationship management
- Articulate presenter
- Bloomberg terminal proficiency
Languages
English
Fluent
French
Native
Italian
Native
Timeline
Certificate - Artificial Intelligence: Implications for Business Strategy
MIT SLOAN School of Management
10.2025 -
Portfolio Manager and Trader
MV Credit
11.2021
Senior Investment Analyst
MeDirect Strategy
01.2020 - 10.2021
Vice President / Senior Analyst
Moody's Investors Service
01.2013 - 12.2019
Director, European Acquisition Finance
AIB Capital Markets
01.2008 - 12.2012
Senior Vice President, CLO Europe
Deutsche Asset Management
01.2006 - 12.2008
Director, Acquisition Finance
Erste Bank
01.2000 - 12.2006
Attended The Executive Master - Finance D'entreprise Et Marchés De Capitaux
Sciences Po
Master degree - Banking and Finance
Centre De Formation De La Profession Bancaire
Bsc - European Business
Coventry University
DUT - Gestion D'Entreprises
Université De Montpellier