Role Overview:
We are seeking a highly experienced and driven professional to lead our Private Credit division. The Director/ED will be responsible for sourcing, structuring, and managing private credit investments across various sectors and geographies. This role requires a strategic thinker with a proven track record in private credit, excellent relationship management skills, and strong leadership capabilities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Investment Strategy: Develop and execute the investment strategy for private credit, focusing on high-quality opportunities that align with the firm's objectives.
- Deal Sourcing & Execution: Identify, source, negotiate, and close private credit transactions, ensuring alignment with risk-return profiles.
- Portfolio Management: Oversee the performance of the private credit portfolio, implementing strategies to maximize returns while managing risk.
- Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of investment professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
- Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with borrowers, sponsors, and financial intermediaries.
- Market Analysis: Conduct thorough market research to identify trends, risks, and opportunities within the private credit landscape.
- Investment Committee: Prepare and present investment proposals to the Investment Committee, ensuring comprehensive analysis and due diligence are conducted.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; advanced degree (MBA) is preferred.
- 10+ years of experience in private credit, private equity, or a related investment field.
- Strong analytical and financial modeling skills, with a deep understanding of credit risk assessment.
- Proven track record of successfully originating and executing private credit transactions.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate at all levels.
- Strategic mindset with a strong grasp of market dynamics and investment trends.