Private Credit Manager | Abu Dhabi, UAE

Emirates Investment Authority; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious investment authority in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Private Credit Manager to identify and manage private credit fund opportunities. The role combines strategic analysis with leadership, requiring 7-10 years of related experience and a strong background in financial analysis and credit assessment. Join a team focused on delivering risk-adjusted returns while driving UAE's economic goals.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of relevant experience in private credit or private equity.
• Track record in private credit or equity fund investing.
• Experience in financial analysis, investment due diligence, and credit structuring.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, execute and monitor private credit fund opportunities.
• Develop and implement private credit fund strategies.
• Conduct comprehensive due diligence and prepare investment memoranda.

Skills

Advanced expertise in developing private credit investment strategies

Expert ability to build comprehensive financial models

Strong understanding of credit fundamentals

Advanced capabilities in identifying investment risks

Skill in building diversified credit portfolios

In-depth understanding of private credit markets

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or related field

Advanced degree (MBA, CFA) preferred

Job description

Private Credit Manager

Emirates Investment Authority Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Purpose
• The Private Credit Manager is responsible for identifying, evaluating, executing and monitoring private credit fund and co-investment opportunities across investment themes globally (predominantly North America, Western Europe and Australasia).
• This role combines analytical rigor with strategic thinking in a fast-paced environment to develop and manage a portfolio of private credit fund and co-investments that deliver strong risk-adjusted returns while supporting EIA's long-term investment objectives and the UAE's economic diversification goals.

Strategic Responsibilities
• Develop and implement private credit fund and co-investment strategies aligned with EIA's overall asset allocation framework
• Identify emerging trends and opportunities in private credit markets through macroeconomic and industry research
• Develop thematic investment views and sector-specific credit strategies
• Monitor competitive landscape and stay abreast of market innovations and best practices
• Build strategic relationships with key market participants including fund managers, sponsors, placement agents and other institutional investors

Core Responsibilities
• Source, analyze, execute and monitor private credit fund and co-investment opportunities
• Build and manage a portfolio of private credit fund and co-investments across direct lending, distressed debt, specialty finance, and structured credit opportunities
• Conduct comprehensive due diligence, including financial modeling, stress testing, and scenario analysis
• Prepare detailed investment memoranda and present investment recommendations to investment committees
• Structure and negotiate investment terms, working closely with legal and risk management teams
• Perform in-depth credit analysis to evaluate borrower / portfolio creditworthiness, capital structure, and risk mitigation strategies
• Apply sophisticated risk assessment methodologies to quantify and manage credit, market, and liquidity risks
• Monitor portfolio performance, risk exposures, and covenant compliance to optimize investment outcomes
• Identify potential issues early and develop appropriate workout strategies for challenged investments
• Maintain deep understanding of evolving regulatory frameworks impacting private credit investments

People & Leadership Responsibilities
• Collaborate effectively with other investment teams across asset classes to develop integrated investment theses
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to knowledge sharing across the organization
• Work closely with legal, risk, compliance, and operations teams to ensure robust investment processes
• Support the development of UAE National talent in line with EIA's Emiratization objectives
• Represent EIA professionally in external forums and investment discussions

Requirements

Education & Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or related field; advanced degree (MBA, CFA) preferred

Experience Requirements
• 7-10 years of relevant experience in private credit / private equity manager selection, potentially coupled with prior leveraged finance / investment banking background
• Demonstrated track record of successful private credit / private equity fund investing / manager selection and/or co-investments at an endowment / consultant / family office / HNWI / private banking.
• Experience in preparing comprehensive investment memoranda and conducting financial analysis, investment due diligence, and credit structuring
• Ability to work under pressure in a small team with a broad investment mandate and a challenging performance benchmark

Technical Expertise / Skills / Knowledge
• Investment Strategy: Advanced expertise in developing and implementing private credit investment strategies
• Financial Analysis & Modeling: Expert ability to build comprehensive financial models for complex credit investments
• Credit Assessment: Strong understanding of credit fundamentals, capital structures, and covenant analysis
• Risk Assessment & Analysis: Advanced capabilities in identifying, analyzing, and mitigating investment risks
• Portfolio Construction: Skill in building diversified credit portfolios with appropriate risk/return profiles
• Market Knowledge: In-depth understanding of private credit markets, including direct lending, distressed debt, and structured products

External Interfaces
• Borrowers and Issuers.
• Fund Managers.
• Financial Advisors and Investment Banks.
• Legal and Due Diligence Advisors.
• Industry Peers and Associations.
• Regulatory Bodies (as needed).

Management Accountability
• Strategic Alignment.
• Portfolio Stewardship.

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