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Private Debt Associate

Selby Jennings · Chicago, IL · 4 wk ago
Finance$20/hrFull-time

We are a leading global investment firm with approximately $20B in assets under management, providing creative and flexible financing solutions for both sponsored and non-sponsored companies. Our platform benefits from deep origination channels, disciplined underwriting, and long-term capital stability.

About the role

The Private Credit Associate will play a key role in evaluating credit-oriented investment opportunities across our direct lending strategy as well as our opportunistic credit fund.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct fundamental credit analysis and detailed company-level due diligence.
  • Monitor existing portfolio investments and analyze financial performance.
  • Build and evaluate complex three-statement financial models.
  • Prepare detailed investment and credit memoranda.
  • Present recommendations to senior leadership.
  • Participate in cross-functional special projects.
  • Oversee and mentor analysts on the team.
  • Support legal documentation and execution of new investments.

Requirements

  • 2-4+ years of relevant credit investing experience at an investment bank, BDC, high-yield or leveraged loan fund, or private credit manager.
  • Strong credit skillset with proficiency across capital structure analysis, including valuation of leveraged loans, high-yield bonds, distressed securities, and private debt (senior and junior).
  • Strong academic background; MBA not required.
  • Ability to conduct industry research, form clear investment opinions, and produce concise written analyses.
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

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