Associate, Direct Lending Chicago, IL | 4 Days In-OfficeAbout the FirmThe direct lending credit affiliate of a leading global private investment firm with a substantial multi-strategy platform spanning private equity, credit, real estate, and other strategies. Why This Seat Industry-agnostic mandate Both sponsor and non-sponsor transaction flow Well-staffed team allowing for depth and intentionality on diligence rather than a lean deal team environment Significant responsibility and autonomy at the Associate level Coinvestment opportunity Not a traditional "two-and-out" seat — structured as the primary entry point for a long-term upward career path
Key Responsibilities:
  • Engage in all aspects of due diligence and business analysis to develop and refine investment theses
  • Modeling, valuation, and structuring of potential investment opportunities
  • Identify key credit merits and risks
  • Prepare detailed investment committee memoranda
  • Support credit documentation and closing processes
  • Manage and monitor existing portfolio investments
Qualifications:
  • Relevant experience in investment banking
  • Elite financial modeling ability
  • Passion for fundamental credit investing
  • Outstanding interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills
  • Ability to self-direct and form independent judgments
  • Strong academic background
Compensation & Benefits: Total compensation is roughly $250k

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Level

Senior

Salary

$250k

Location

Oak Park, IL

Occupation

Credit Analysts

Industry

International, Secondary Market, and All Other Nondepository Credit Intermediation

Posted

3 days ago

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