VP/Director - Private Credit Program Manager
Overview
A leading investment management platform is seeking a Private Credit Program Manager to join its growing credit team. This individual will play a critical role in shaping the firm's junior talent strategy while driving key operational and strategic initiatives across the investment platform.
This is a highly visible position, sitting within the investment team and partnering closely with senior leadership. The role offers a unique opportunity to combine people leadership, program development, and strategic execution in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities
Team Management & Development
- Serve as the primary manager for junior investment professionals (Analysts & Associates), overseeing day-to-day development, coaching, and performance management
- Deliver structured, actionable feedback in partnership with senior investment professionals
- Lead training, mentoring, and development initiatives to strengthen team capabilities and maintain a high-performance culture
Talent Pipeline & Recruiting
- Support the development and execution of campus recruiting and early-career hiring strategies
- Help build and maintain a strong pipeline of junior investment talent
- Coordinate recruiting processes across stakeholders, ensuring alignment and efficiency
Program Design & Ownership
- Design, implement, and continuously refine the firm's intern, analyst, and associate programs
- Establish clear performance frameworks, evaluation processes, and career progression pathways
- Own structured performance cycles, including goal setting, mid-year reviews, and year-end evaluations
- Develop success metrics and feedback loops to improve retention, development, and overall program effectiveness
Strategic & Operational Initiatives
- Partner with senior leadership on key projects related to team effectiveness, process optimization, and platform development
- Drive initiatives focused on enhancing consistency, communication, and execution across the credit team
- Support the implementation of tools, technology, and best practices to improve team performance and scalability
Candidate Profile
We are seeking a highly motivated and dynamic professional with a strong interest in people leadership, program building, and investment team operations.
Qualifications & Experience
- ~7-10+ years of relevant professional experience
- Background in private credit, investment banking, asset management, consulting, or a related field is preferred
- Demonstrated experience managing teams and/or developing junior talent
- Proven ability to build or improve scalable processes, programs, or operating frameworks
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence across senior levels
- High level of organization, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Attributes
- Experience working alongside or closely with investment teams
- Strong judgment, commercial awareness, and ability to operate in a performance-driven culture
- Proactive, ownership-oriented mindset with the ability to navigate ambiguity and build structure
- Interest in long-term platform development and team-building within an investment environment
Why This Role
- Opportunity to play a foundational role in shaping a growing investment platform
- High visibility and direct interaction with senior investment leadership
- Blend of people leadership, strategy, and execution
- Ability to create lasting impact on firm culture, talent development, and performance
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