Client Portfolio Manager - Private Credit - Associate Director/Director

CFA Institute; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Barings is seeking a Client Portfolio Manager in London at Associate Director or Director level to join the Private Credit team and work closely with investment, sales and product groups.

You will focus on business development, client servicing, and delivering strategic market insights while coordinating with product development and marketing to support growth and client reporting. Strong communication, analytical skills and CFA/CAIA interest welcomed.

Qualifications

• University degree in Finance, Economics or related field preferred.
• 5-10+ years in investment management or investment specialist role within Alternatives/Private Assets, Private Credit focus preferred.
• Strong fixed income and credit knowledge with ability to convey market dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Take a senior Client Portfolio Management role focusing on Barings' European Private Credit capabilities.
• Serve as primary business development liaison for European Private Credit capabilities.
• Communicate investment strategies internally and externally to grow assets under management.
• Provide updates on Private Credit market performance and market levels.
• Stay informed on market developments and competitor intelligence.
• Lead client proposals (RFPs) and DDQs to win new business and retain clients.
• Coordinate with product development on Private Credit initiatives and marketing on fund offerings.
• Oversee creation of marketing materials such as fact sheets and pitch books.
• Review client reporting materials and respond to inquiries in a timely manner.
• Contribute to Thought Leadership materials with investment staff and marketing.

Skills

Business development

Client management

Financial markets

Presentation skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Economics

CFA or CAIA (preferred)

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

At Barings, we are as invested in our associates as we are in our clients. We recognize those who work diligently for us and reward them for personal and professional integrity, communication skills, distinct competencies and expertise in specific strategies, ability to collaborate as a team member and true dedication to the interests of our clients.

We thank you for your interest in joining the Barings team, and invite you to explore our current employment opportunities.

Job Title : Client Portfolio Manager - Private Credit

Business Title : Associate Director / Director

Department : Private Credit

Location : London

Barings' Private Credit team is seeking a Client Portfolio Manager at either Associate Director or Director level. This position will be located in London and will report to the Managing Director, Client Portfolio Management - Private Credit.

Barings Client Portfolio Managers work in close partnership and coordination with investment teams and sales as well as other stakeholders within the organisation as subject matter experts, focusing on business development, client servicing and product development for certain investment strategies.

Barings' experience within private debt is extensive and is an integral part of Barings' global capabilities. Barings is a scaled, global direct lender that directly originates senior secured loans to sponsor-backed companies in the core middle market. Barings remains one of the most active middle market direct lenders globally, underpinned by the scale of the platform, our track record and longstanding position as an incumbent lender. Barings has $61Bn of commitments to the Global Direct Lending platform across a diverse capital base covering various global and regional commingled fund structures, separately managed accounts and middle market CLOs. The platform has raised over $11Bn of capital over the last 12 months, as of June 30th 2026.

Primary Responsibilities

• Take a senior Client Portfolio Management role within our European Private Credit business primarily focussed on Barings' Global and European Direct Lending capabilities.
• Serving as a primary business development liaison for Barings' European Private Credit Capabilities
• Communicating investment strategies internally and externally with the goal of growing assets under management in our regional private debt funds
• Providing scheduled and ad-hoc updates on all aspects of the Private Credit market including investment performance, market levels etc.
• Stay abreast of market developments and competitor intelligence
• Contribute to preparation of, and active participation in, meetings with current and prospective clients
• Collaborate with various teams internally to lead client proposals (RFPs) and due-diligence questionnaires (DDQs) to support the winning of new business and retaining existing clients
• Responding in a timely manner to client and prospect requests
• Attending investment team meetings where required to build subject matter expertise across the various investment strategies
• Participate in and coordinate product development initiatives in conjunction with the Product Development team for the Private Credit Business at Barings
• Oversee the creation of all marketing material including fact sheets and pitch books for Barings' global and regional fund offerings.
• Review reporting materials for existing clients and respond to client reporting inquiries on a timely basis
• Contribute to Thought Leadership materials, in cooperation with investment staff and Barings Marketing staff

Qualifications

• University degree required and a degree in Finance, Economics or related field preferred
• 5-10 years+ of strong and extensive experience in either an investment management or investment specialist role within the Alternatives/Private Assets industry, preferably with a Private Credit focus. Direct Lending experience a plus.
• A passion for financial markets and a strong proficiency with general Fixed Income and Credit topics
• Excellent oral and written communication skills including an ability to assess and convey market dynamics, portfolio strategy and risk factors
• An aptitude for public speaking in a variety of settings and audience sizes
• An analytical approach and problem-solving mindset
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple time-sensitive tasks and perform effectively in a team-oriented environment
• Strong proficiency with PowerPoint and Excel required, including experience using MS Office software to produce high quality presentations
• Proficient data analysis skills and AI fluency
• Self-starter with strong drive and motivation to succeed and demonstrable track record in doing so
• Ability to meet all deadlines with a strong attention to detail
• CFA or CAIA, or a willingness to seek the designation desired
• Willingness to travel

Barings is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer; Minority/Female/Age/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Individual with Disability/Protected Veteran. We welcome all persons to apply.