Investment Analyst - Private Credit

A top-tier global asset manager is seeking an Investment Analyst to join its Private Credit team in New York. This role offers the opportunity to join a well-established platform with significant AUM and a strong track record in credit investing, providing exposure to a high volume of transactions, direct access to senior investors, and a clear path for long-term growth. The analyst will focus on evaluating and executing private credit investments, primarily providing first-lien and unitranche financing solutions to sponsor-backed companies. This role is open to 2024 or 2025 graduates.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate new lending opportunities and investment theses
• Conduct in-depth due diligence on business quality and cash flow sustainability
• Build and maintain detailed financial models and scenario analyses
• Structure debt investments, including terms, covenants, and capital structures
• Support ongoing portfolio monitoring and investment management

What They're Looking For

• 1-2 years of experience in Investment Banking, ideally within Leveraged Finance, Credit, M&A, or related product groups
• Background at a top-tier investment bank strongly preferred
• Strong financial modeling and analytical skill-set
• Interest in credit investing and risk-focused underwriting
• Detail-oriented with a rigorous approach to due diligence
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• No work authorization

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