MUFG continues to strategically invest in Leveraged Credit business with key new hire

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Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) announced the addition of Jordan Hollander and three other professionals to their High Yield Credit Research and Leveraged Credit Distribution teams. Jordan brings 18 years of investment experience to MUFG, having worked at LGIM, Deutsche Bank, and Jefferies. The bank aims to strengthen its Leveraged Credit Sales & Trading capabilities to support clients, with Mike Yarian expressing enthusiasm for the new hires.

NEW YORK, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) announced today that Jordan Hollander has joined the bank as a Director on the High Yield Credit Research team, jointly reporting to Tim Fischer and Todd Bondy, Co-Heads of Leveraged Credit Sales & Trading.

Jordan has 18 years of investing experience throughout the capital structure as well as five years of experience in corporate finance and investment banking with a proven track record of returns on both the buy-side and sell-side. He joins MUFG from Legal & General Investment Management (LGIM) America where he was a Senior High Yield Analyst. Prior to that role, he held positions at Deutsche Bank and Jefferies. 

"Leveraged Credit is a pillar of growth for our banking and capital markets businesses, and we will continue to build our capabilities in Sales and Trading to support both our issuer and investor clients," said Mike Yarian, International Head of Sales and Trading at MUFG. "We are excited to welcome Jordan to the team."

Additionally, Mark Schillings, Sarah Henry, and Chris Sym recently joined MUFG as a Director and Vice Presidents, respectively, on the Leveraged Credit Distribution team. Prior to joining MUFG, Mark held various positions at Bank of America and Goldman Sachs, covering high yield, cross credit, and leveraged finance sales. Sarah came to MUFG's Credit Trading team from Royal Bank of Canada, where she spent more than six years in their Capital Markets business. Chris joined the bank most recently from Mizuho Bank where he worked in fixed income sales. His prior roles included posts at Royal Bank of Canada and Royal Bank of Scotland.

Press contact:

Meghan Carbone
Meghan.Carbone@mufgsecurities.com
T: +1 (908) 894-0573

About MUFG and MUFG Americas

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Inc. (MUFG) is one of the world's leading financial groups. Headquartered in Tokyo and with over 360 years of history, MUFG has a global network with approximately 2,000 locations in more than 40 countries. MUFG has nearly 120,000 employees and offers services including commercial banking, trust banking, securities, credit cards, consumer finance, asset management, and leasing. The Group aims to "be the world's most trusted financial group" through close collaboration among our operating companies and flexibly respond to all the financial needs of our customers, serving society, and fostering shared and sustainable growth for a better world. MUFG's shares trade on the Tokyo, Nagoya, and New York stock exchanges.

MUFG's Americas operations, including its offices in the U.S., Latin America, and Canada, are primarily organized under MUFG Bank, Ltd. and subsidiaries, and are focused on Global Corporate and Investment Banking, Japanese Corporate Banking, and Global Markets. MUFG is one of the largest foreign banking organizations in the Americas. For locations, banking capabilities and services, career opportunities, and more, visit www.mufgamericas.com. 

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FAQ

Who recently joined MUFG as a Director on the High Yield Credit Research team?

Jordan Hollander recently joined MUFG as a Director on the High Yield Credit Research team.

Who are the Co-Heads of Leveraged Credit Sales & Trading at MUFG?

Tim Fischer and Todd Bondy are the Co-Heads of Leveraged Credit Sales & Trading at MUFG.

Where did Jordan Hollander work before joining MUFG?

Jordan Hollander worked at Legal & General Investment Management (LGIM) America before joining MUFG.

Who is the International Head of Sales and Trading at MUFG?

Mike Yarian is the International Head of Sales and Trading at MUFG.

What is the focus of Leveraged Credit for MUFG?

Leveraged Credit is a pillar of growth for MUFG's banking and capital markets businesses.