Global Private Finance, Associate/Senior Associate

Barings LLC; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Vision

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Commuter Reimbursement

Job summary

Barings LLC is seeking an Associate/Senior Associate for Global Private Finance in Charlotte, NC or New York, NY. The role supports underwriting, execution, and ongoing portfolio management of private credit financings with PE sponsors.

You will work with senior investment professionals through the full lifecycle, from evaluation to investment committee approvals and post-investment monitoring.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, or Accounting.
• 2–6 years of experience in private credit, investment banking, or related fields.
• Strong analytical skills and advanced Excel proficiency.
• Ability to manage multiple transactions in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct credit underwriting and due diligence on prospective investments.
• Build operating and LBO models to evaluate opportunities.
• Prepare investment memos with borrower and market analysis.
• Present recommendations to investment committees.
• Monitor portfolio with quarterly reviews and covenant analyses.
• Collaborate across the investment lifecycle with senior professionals.

Skills

Credit Analysis

Financial Analysis

Portfolio Management

Underwriting

Private Financing

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Business Administration, or Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

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.

Title: Global Private Finance, Associate/Senior Associate Corporate Title: Associate or Senior Associate Business Unit: Global Private Finance Location: Charlotte, NC or New York, NY

Job Summary The Global Private Finance team (> $60BN of AUM) is seeking a highly motivated Associate or Senior Associate to assist in the underwriting, execution, and management of private credit financing solutions to private equity sponsored transactions across a variety of industries. This individual will work closely with senior investment professionals throughout the investment lifecycle, including opportunity evaluation, due diligence, structuring, investment committee approval, transaction execution, and ongoing portfolio management. The position can be located in either our Charlotte or New York office.

Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive credit underwriting and due diligence on prospective investments, including meetings with management teams and leading private equity sponsors as well as account management activities
• Perform detailed financial analysis on potential borrowers including review of historical financial performance, customer & product trend analysis, etc.
• Develop comprehensive operating and LBO models to evaluate investment opportunities under multiple operating and capital structure scenarios
• Assist in preparation of investment memos containing written description of borrower business operations, industry dynamics, financial performance, etc.
• Prepare and present investment recommendations to senior investment professionals and investment committees
• Monitor a portfolio of existing investments, including quarterly financial reviews, covenant compliance analysis, amendment requests, liquidity assessments, risk rating recommendations, and investment valuations

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Business Administration, or Accounting
• 2-6 years of work experience preferably in private credit, investment banking, transaction advisory, or commercial banking
• Successful completion of a formal commercial credit training program a plus
• Strong analytical skill set
• Advanced Excel skills
• Effective communication skills
• Demonstrated work ethic, with the ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Develops strong and effective relationships with all areas across the organization
• Proficient in use of Microsoft Office Product Suite
• #LI-CM2

Base Salary Range: $120,000-160,000 and additional incentive compensation.

Requisite Skills

• Credit Analysis
• Financial Statement Analysis
• Portfolio Management
• Private Financing
• Underwriting
• Additional Skills

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.

Benefits

• Medical (including Virtual Care), Prescription, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Fitness Center Reimbursement Program (Including Online Memberships)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fertility Benefits
• FINANCIAL WELL-BEING
• Highly competitive 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Health Care & Dependent Care
• Retirement Health Reimbursement Account
• LIFE INSURANCE Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance Spouse and Child Life Insurance
• TIME OFF, DISABILITY AND LEAVE OF ABSENCE
• Paid Vacation, Sick Days and Annual Holidays
• Paid Leave of Absences (Maternity Leave, Parental Leave, Caregiver Leave, Bereavement Time)
• Short and Long Term Disability Plans
• Paid Volunteer Time
• Education Assistance Program
• Charitable Matching Gifts Program
• Commuter Reimbursement Program
• Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement Program

Barings is a leading global asset management firm dedicated to meeting the evolving investment and capital needs of our clients. We build lasting partnerships that leverage our distinctive expertise across traditional and alternative asset classes to deliver innovative, institutional-quality solutions and service. Our team-driven culture is based on transparency, responsibility and putting our clients’ interests first. We listen to our clients to understand their needs, so that we can be a strategic advisor and long-term partner in meeting their unique investment goals. Risk management and protecting our investors’ capital over the long term is an essential component of our lasting partnerships. Barings is also committed to building long-term relationships with our associates and providing opportunities and support to help them succeed. With our expanding business and global footprint, Barings offers a wealth of opportunities for associates who share our culture, values and commitment to excellence in client service. As an organization, we believe that a diversity of perspectives and strengths is essential to meeting the evolving needs of our clients, and we are committed to attracting and retaining a talented workforce as diverse as the clients and communities that contribute to our success.