At Barings, we are as invested in our associates as we are in our clients. We recognize those who work diligently for us and reward them for personal and professional integrity, communication skills, distinct competencies and expertise in specific strategies, ability to collaborate as a team member and true dedication to the interests of our clients.
We thank you for your interest in joining the Barings team, and invite you to explore our current employment opportunities.
Barings is a leading global financial services firm dedicated to meeting the evolving investment and capital needs of our clients and customers. Through active asset management and direct origination, we provide innovative solutions and access to differentiated opportunities across public and private capital markets. A subsidiary of MassMutual, Barings maintains a strong global presence with business and investment professionals located across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific.
Job Summary The APAC Private Finance Team is seeking an Investment Director with experience in providing cash flow based financing solutions to private equity sponsored transactions across a variety of industries. Ideal candidates will possess established private equity sponsor relationships, strong credit skills and be able to make meaningful contributions to all aspects of the deal process. All candidates should have demonstrated track record of leading middle market leveraged buyouts.
Primary Responsibilities - Develop, maintain and institutionalize relationships with private equity sponsors, investment bankers, business brokers and advisors
- Originate opportunities in lead capacity and be able to be involved in key aspects of the financings for senior debt, unitranche, second lien, mezzanine and equity or equity-like investments
- Work closely with the existing origination team to further expand our private equity relationships
- Ability to complete initial screening of originated transactions and contribute to the execution team as part of due diligence and investment approvals
- Supervise and mentor junior professionals as appropriate
- Assist with special projects as needed
Qualifications - 15+ years of middle market cash flow lending experience as lead agent at a direct lender, investment bank, commercial bank, BDC or similar platform. Completion of formal credit training program preferred
- Experience across both Asian and Australasian markets
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration expected
- Fluent knowledge of current market terms and competitive landscape
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication and negotiation skills
- Team player, with exemplary work ethic and ability to work under pressure
- Ability to multi-task and independently manage deadlines
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office and other relevant technology tools
- Travel will be required
- Hong Kong citizen or permanent resident (or the ability to work in HK without sponsorship)
Barings is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer; Minority/Female/Age/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Individual with Disability/Protected Veteran. We welcome all persons to apply.