Private Credit Associate/Senior Associate

About the Role

A prominent alternative investment firm managing approximately $15 billion in assets under management is looking to add a Private Credit Associate or Senior Associate to its Direct Lending team based in New York, NY. This role involves working within a well-established platform that offers a lean deal team environment and focuses on providing flexible capital solutions to lower middle-market companies across varying industries. The position encompasses comprehensive responsibilities throughout the investment lifecycle, including direct communication with senior leadership and the opportunity to influence outcomes across a wide range of transactions.

Key Responsibilities

• Originate, evaluate, and execute direct lending investments spanning multiple industries and transaction structures.
• Develop detailed leveraged buyout (LBO) and cash flow financial models to analyze credit risks and guide structural decisions.
• Lead thorough due diligence processes, encompassing financial reviews, industry research, and management assessments.
• Create investment memoranda and effectively communicate findings to the investment committee.
• Drive deal progress from initial screening stages to final closing.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external legal counsel to review and negotiate term sheets and credit agreements.
• Oversee portfolio investment monitoring and assist with ongoing portfolio management activities.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Possess between 2 to over 5 years of relevant professional experience in investment banking, private credit, or principal investment roles.
• Advanced skills in financial modeling and credit investment analysis.
• Strong proficiency in clear, concise investment communication and documentation.
• Demonstrated enthusiasm for direct lending and investing in the middle-market sector.
• Capable of thriving in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with substantial deal responsibilities.