Special Situations Senior Associate/VP

Pearse Partners; London; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A global investment firm in London is looking for a Senior Consultant to engage in credit analysis and investment opportunities across Europe. The ideal candidate has 4-7 years of experience in sub-investment grade credit, with a strong analytical background. This role is full-time and involves direct reporting to the head of strategy, offering a chance to work with a dynamic portfolio.

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of experience in sub-investment grade credit.
• Exposure to alternative credit, special situations, or distressed investing.
• Ability to work independently on complex deal processes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fundamental credit analysis, including financial modelling.
• Originate and assess new investment opportunities across Europe.
• Engage with management teams and build industry relationships.
• Monitor and manage existing portfolio companies, including covenant tracking and participation in restructuring/value-enhancement efforts.

Skills

Credit analysis

Financial modelling

Valuation

Capital structure review

Analytical skills

Industry relationships

Commercial acumen

Independent work

Job description

Senior Consultant - Credit (DACH & London)

Opportunisti Credit/Special Situations

We are currently working with a Global investment firm that is seeking an Associate Director with 4-7 years of experience to join there London office, while investing across Europe.

You would be reporting directly into the head of the strategy, you will be responsible directly in origination & underwriting of deal and have the capability of to create customised portfolios for investor needs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fundamental credit analysis, including financial modelling, valuation, and capital structure review.
• Originate and assess new investment opportunities across Europe.
• Engage with management teams, build industry relationships, and develop well-informed investment theses.
• Monitor and manage existing portfolio companies, including covenant tracking and participation in restructuring/value-enhancement efforts.

Qualifications / Profile

• Experience in sub-investment grade credit, ideally with exposure to alternative credit, special situations, or distressed investing.
• Strong analytical skills, commercial acumen, and the ability to work independently on complex deal processes.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Finance
• Industries

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