Job Description:

• The Associate Director will play a key role in originating, evaluating, structuring, and executing private debt investments. This individual will bring a strong understanding of both credit and equity fundamentals, with the ability to assess deals through a holistic capital structure lens. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on investor with deep financial modelling expertise and a proven ability to lead complex transactions from end-to-end.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the evaluation and execution of private credit investments across a variety of sectors and instruments (senior, subordinated, mezzanine, uni-tranche, structured finance).
• Build and review robust financial models, including scenario analysis, covenant stress testing, and capital structure sensitivity.
• Conduct detailed due diligence (commercial, financial, legal) and coordinate with external advisors.
• Assess transactions with a hybrid debt and equity mindset, considering downside protection, collateral, return profiles, and potential equity upside.
• Present investment theses and recommendations to the Investment Committee with clarity and conviction.
• Monitor portfolio companies, assess ongoing performance, and support portfolio management strategy.
• Contribute to origination efforts by leveraging networks and market relationships.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to a high-performance investment culture.

Qualifications:

• 8–10 years of experience in private debt, leveraged finance, structured credit, investment banking, or private equity.
• Strong financial modelling and analytical skills with a rigorous approach to credit risk assessment.
• Demonstrated track record of executing private credit transactions.
• Ability to think across the capital structure and evaluate deals from both a lender’s and investor’s perspective.
• Commercial acumen, strong presentation skills, and sound judgment in high-stakes decision-making.
• High attention to detail, proactive mindset, and ability to operate independently in a dynamic environment.
• Tertiary qualifications in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field; post-graduate qualifications (e.g., CFA, MBA) advantageous but not essential.

Skills:

• Strong financial modeling and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in financial analysis and valuation techniques.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and financial databases (e.g., Bloomberg, Capital IQ).