Metis Search Looking for Direct Lending Associate – New York Credit Fund at New York, NY Full Time

Metis are partnering with a top Private Credit Fund, specialising in mid-market market Direct Lending transactions. The business provide debt capital to businesses across North America and are looking for an Associate to join their Investment Team.

The Investment Team manages the origination and assessment of new opportunities through to deal close. The team conduct in depth analysis on potential opportunities, build relationships with management teams, and sponsors, present their findings to the Investment Committee before negotiating lending agreements and executing on deals.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate potential investment opportunities across a wide range of industries and geographies

• Assess and present clearly the investment worthiness for potential investments

• Develop dynamic operating models and perform fundamental credit analysis

• Interact and develop relationships with advisors, management teams and private equity sponsors

• Assist with aggregation and analysis of data on portfolio companies for investor reporting purposes

Requirements

• 2-4 years in a Debt Fund, Investment Banking or Consulting

• Strong quantitative, credit, financial modelling and analytical skills

• Good understanding of capital structure and credit concepts, including debt covenants, security and ranking

• Strong communication & presentation skills

• Solid organisational skills, high attention to detail and ability to prioritise

• Self-starter, with confidence in asking questions and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment