Private Credit Associate, Direct Lending
Selby Jennings, New York, NY, United States
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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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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