Alexander Chapman
We are partnering with a highly regarded, institutionally backed private credit platform to hire a Vice President of Underwriting for its growing Dallas-based investment team.
This is an investing role for a seasoned credit professional who wants to operate at pace, take ownership of transactions, and play a central role in underwriting and executing sponsor-backed private credit deals. The team is actively deploying capital and looking for someone who can step in immediately to run diligence, manage deal teams, and drive internal execution.
The Opportunity This role sits at the core of the investment function. As a VP, you will be responsible for leading underwriting on new transactions, partnering closely with sponsors, advisors, legal counsel, and internal stakeholders throughout the full deal lifecycle.
The platform is known for its high-volume sponsor activity and fast-moving deal environment — this is not a shop doing a handful of large, slow-moving transactions each year. The ideal candidate thrives in an execution-oriented setting and brings strong judgment across credit, structure, and documentation.
Key Requirements
Deep grounding in credit investing and underwriting
Strong experience with sponsor-backed transactions
Comfort running diligence processes independently
Experience reviewing and negotiating legal documentation
Strong commercial judgment and ability to operate in a fast-paced environment
Ideal Background
Current VPs, Senior Associates, or AVPs at private credit / direct lending platforms
Credit investing-focused professionals at commercial or investment banks with heavy sponsor coverage and high deal volume
Investors with experience underwriting multiple transactions per year
Key Responsibilities
Lead underwriting and diligence on new middle market private credit investments, including financial analysis, credit memos, and IC materials
Serve as the day‑to‑day deal lead, managing diligence workstreams and coordinating internal and external parties
Review and negotiate legal documentation (credit agreements, intercreditor agreements, sponsor terms, etc.) in partnership with counsel
Evaluate sponsor quality, transaction structure, downside protection, and risk‑adjusted returns
Manage internal underwriting processes and ensure efficient execution from initial screening through close
Mentor junior team members and set a high standard for analytical rigor and execution
Remain actively involved post‑close, supporting portfolio monitoring and sponsor relationships as needed
Employment Details Seniority level:
Not applicable
Employment type:
Full‑time
Job function:
Finance
Industries:
Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals and Investment Management
Location:
Dallas, TX
Compensation:
$150,000–$200,000
Benefits
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Pension plan
Child care support
Paid paternity leave
Paid maternity leave
Student loan assistance
Disability insurance
Tuition assistance
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This is an investing role for a seasoned credit professional who wants to operate at pace, take ownership of transactions, and play a central role in underwriting and executing sponsor-backed private credit deals. The team is actively deploying capital and looking for someone who can step in immediately to run diligence, manage deal teams, and drive internal execution.
The Opportunity This role sits at the core of the investment function. As a VP, you will be responsible for leading underwriting on new transactions, partnering closely with sponsors, advisors, legal counsel, and internal stakeholders throughout the full deal lifecycle.
The platform is known for its high-volume sponsor activity and fast-moving deal environment — this is not a shop doing a handful of large, slow-moving transactions each year. The ideal candidate thrives in an execution-oriented setting and brings strong judgment across credit, structure, and documentation.
Key Requirements
Deep grounding in credit investing and underwriting
Strong experience with sponsor-backed transactions
Comfort running diligence processes independently
Experience reviewing and negotiating legal documentation
Strong commercial judgment and ability to operate in a fast-paced environment
Ideal Background
Current VPs, Senior Associates, or AVPs at private credit / direct lending platforms
Credit investing-focused professionals at commercial or investment banks with heavy sponsor coverage and high deal volume
Investors with experience underwriting multiple transactions per year
Key Responsibilities
Lead underwriting and diligence on new middle market private credit investments, including financial analysis, credit memos, and IC materials
Serve as the day‑to‑day deal lead, managing diligence workstreams and coordinating internal and external parties
Review and negotiate legal documentation (credit agreements, intercreditor agreements, sponsor terms, etc.) in partnership with counsel
Evaluate sponsor quality, transaction structure, downside protection, and risk‑adjusted returns
Manage internal underwriting processes and ensure efficient execution from initial screening through close
Mentor junior team members and set a high standard for analytical rigor and execution
Remain actively involved post‑close, supporting portfolio monitoring and sponsor relationships as needed
Employment Details Seniority level:
Not applicable
Employment type:
Full‑time
Job function:
Finance
Industries:
Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals and Investment Management
Location:
Dallas, TX
Compensation:
$150,000–$200,000
Benefits
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Pension plan
Child care support
Paid paternity leave
Paid maternity leave
Student loan assistance
Disability insurance
Tuition assistance
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