Hayfin is pleased to announce the appointment of Jason Late as Co-Portfolio Manager and Head of Research in its European High-Yield & Syndicated Loans (HYSL) strategy. Jason is based in Hayfin’s headquarters in London and joins the HYSL team led by Gina Germano, who has headed the strategy for over a decade.

Jason brings more than two decades of experience investing in credit markets. Prior to joining Hayfin, Jason spent over five years as Managing Director of Credit at Ares, followed by over two years as a Portfolio Manager at Man Group. Earlier in his career, he held the role of Director at Deutsche Bank for more than three years and various positions in High-Yield at Brookfield Investment Management after starting his finance career at Goldman Sachs in New York.

Mark Tognolini, Co-Founder and Co-Chief Executive Officer, said: “Jason’s hire underscores our commitment to investing in talent and expanding the capacity to deliver the ambition of the HYSL team. The combination of his expertise and leadership will play a crucial role in advancing the strategy, meeting client demand and ensuring that we remain at the forefront of delivering innovative solutions. We look forward to his contributions as the business grows.”

Gina Germano, Portfolio Manager and Head of the European HYSL team, said: “This is a research-led strategy, and Jason’s appointment reflects that ethos. His experience across credit markets and strong analytical judgment will significantly strengthen our capabilities as we seek to identify value and navigate volatility. I look forward to working closely with him as we continue to build and deliver for our investors.”

Jason Late, Co-Portfolio Manager and Head of Research, said: “It’s an exciting opportunity to join Gina and such a capable team as they continue to grow. I’m keen to help harness the skills and creativity of the firm to bring the best solutions possible to Hayfin’s clients.”