Generalist Private Credit Associate

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Job Description: Generalist Private Credit Associate

Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and driven Generalist Private Credit Associate to join our dynamic investment team. This role provides a unique opportunity to work across diverse industries and credit products including direct lending mezzanine debt structured credit and special situations. As an Associate you will play a key role in sourcing evaluating structuring and managing private credit investments while contributing to the strategic growth of the firms credit portfolio.

• Identify and evaluate private credit investment opportunities across various sectors.
• Conduct detailed credit analysis including financial statement reviews cash flow forecasting and covenant assessments.
• Build and oversee complex financial models to evaluate risk return profiles and capital structures.
• Prepare and present comprehensive investment memoranda and recommendations to investment committees.

• Lead components of transaction processes including structuring negotiating and closing credit deals.
• Coordinate due diligence efforts including working with legal financial and operational advisors.
• Collaborate with internal teams to finalize transaction documentation and ensure seamless deal execution.

• Monitor portfolio investments by tracking key performance indicators covenant compliance and financial metrics.
• Collaborate with portfolio company management teams to address operational and financial challenges.
• Support value creation initiatives including refinancing recapitalization and strategic planning.
• Prepare regular reports on portfolio performance and risk assessments for internal and external stakeholders.

• Stay informed on market trends regulatory changes and industry dynamics that affect private credit markets.
• Conduct research to support sectorspecific strategies and refine the firms investment approach.
• Contribute to thought leadership initiatives including developing market insights and industry white papers.

• Mentor and guide junior team members providing training and feedback on financial modeling and deal analysis.
• Collaborate with senior team members to refine investment strategies and expand the firms credit portfolio.

• Bachelors degree in Finance Economics Accounting Business Administration or a related field (required).
• Advanced degree (MBA Masters in Finance) or CFA designation (preferred but not required).

• 3 5 years of experience in private credit investment banking fixed income or related fields.
• Proven track record in credit underwriting financial modeling and transaction execution.

• Advanced financial modeling and valuation skills with expertise in Excel and related tools.
• Strong understanding of credit analysis loan structuring and fixedincome instruments.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to articulate complex ideas effectively.
• Highly organized detailoriented and capable of managing multiple transactions and deadlines.
• Proficiency in financial tools and databases such as Bloomberg S&P Capital IQ or similar platforms.

• Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive and resultsoriented approach.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships with stakeholders across various functions.
• Passion for private credit investing and creating value through thoughtful risk assessment and management.
• Adaptable and able to thrive in a fastpaced and dynamic environment.