Private Credit Associate, Direct Lending
An established and expanding credit alternatives platform with over ~$6B AUM is seeking a Private Credit Associate to join its lean, high‑performing team. The firm focuses on providing flexible capital solutions and value‑add support to family‑owned and sponsor‑backed middle‑market businesses, while delivering attractive risk‑adjusted returns to investors.
This role offers a rare opportunity to step into a seat with meaningful responsibility, direct exposure to senior leadership, and the ability to influence investment outcomes and the long‑term growth of the platform. You'll take on a broad set of responsibilities across origination, underwriting, deal execution, and portfolio support.
Responsibilities:
- Underwrite and execute new private credit investments
- Build detailed LBO and cash‑flow models and lead diligence
- Prepare investment memoranda for credit committee
- Support deal execution from initial screening through closing
- Source new opportunities and engage with sponsors, intermediaries, and business owners
- Review and help negotiate term sheets and credit documentation alongside counsel
Qualifications
- 2-3+ years of relevant experience (IB or private credit / principal investing preferred)
- Strong financial modeling and analytical skill set
- Clear, concise investment writing and communication skills
- Interest in a lean, entrepreneurial environment with high visibility and upside
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