Direct Lending Analyst/Associate — Growth & Mentorship

Selby Jennings; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Selby Jennings in Boston seeks an Analyst or Associate to join its Lower Middle Market Direct Lending team. You will evaluate, underwrite, and execute debt investments across sponsor-backed companies and various industries.

You will gain exposure to deal screening, financial analysis, due diligence, transaction execution, and portfolio monitoring, with significant responsibility and close collaboration with senior investment professionals.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of relevant experience in investment banking, leveraged finance, credit investing, private debt, corporate banking, transaction advisory, or a related field
• Strong financial modeling, accounting, and analytical skills
• Experience evaluating leveraged transactions and performing credit analysis is preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Strong attention to detail and intellectual curiosity

Responsibilities

• Evaluate new direct lending investment opportunities across a broad range of industries
• Build and maintain detailed financial models, including downside and scenario analyses
• Perform credit underwriting, industry research, and company diligence
• Prepare investment memoranda and presentation materials for internal approval processes
• Participate in management meetings, lender calls, and due diligence sessions
• Support transaction execution, including documentation review and coordination with external advisors
• Assist with ongoing portfolio management and monitoring of existing investments
• Work closely with senior investment professionals on all aspects of the deal lifecycle

Skills

Financial modeling

Accounting

Analytical skills

Credit analysis

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Job description

Selby Jennings in Boston seeks an Analyst or Associate to join its Lower Middle Market Direct Lending team. You will evaluate, underwrite, and execute debt investments across sponsor-backed companies and various industries.

You will gain exposure to deal screening, financial analysis, due diligence, transaction execution, and portfolio monitoring, with significant responsibility and close collaboration with senior investment professionals.