Infrastructure Equity, Senior Director

Barings LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 240,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan

Health benefits

Life insurance

Paid time off

Commuter reimbursement

Job summary

Barings is seeking a Senior Director for Global Infrastructure Equity in New York City to lead the build-out of the Infrastructure Equity strategy across North America and Europe, shaping investment theses and guiding portfolio construction.

You will originate and execute transactions across power, transportation, digital and social infrastructure, oversee diligence and term negotiations, mentor teams, and contribute to capital raising and long‑term value creation for clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or Finance or equivalent.
• MBA/CFA/CAIA preferred for advanced credentials.
• Proven track record in sourcing and executing infra private equity deals.

Responsibilities

• Source, structure, and negotiate infrastructure investments across North America and Europe.
• Shape investment theses and lead diligence, valuation, and term negotiations.
• Drive portfolio construction and value-creation initiatives; report to Investment Committee.
• Support capital raising through LP conversations and conference participation.
• Mentor and manage analysts and associates, upholding performance standards.

Skills

Deal Origination

Infrastructure Investments

Investment Strategies

Negotiation

Private Equity

Education

Bachelor’s degree

MBA

CFA/CAIA

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: Infrastructure Equity, Senior Director Corporate Title: Senior Director Department: Global Infrastructure Equity Location: New York City

Position Summary

The Senior Director will be instrumental in the build-out and growth of the firm's newly launched Infrastructure Equity strategy within its Global Infrastructure platform. In this highly strategic role, the individual will lead the origination and execution of investments across North America and Europe while helping define investment strategy, portfolio construction, and the overall evolution of the platform. The role offers a unique opportunity to shape a differentiated infrastructure investment business and drive long-term value creation across core, core-plus, and value-add opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Source, structure, and negotiate transactions across sectors such as power and energy, transportation, digital infrastructure, and social infrastructure, in North America and Europe.
• Shape investment theses and convert them into actionable opportunities.
• Lead diligence, valuation synthesis, negotiation of key terms, and portfolio construction discipline.
• Drive value-creation planning, oversee KPIs, and participate at Investment Committee.
• Support capital raising through select LP meetings, diligence sessions, and conference representation.
• Manage and mentor future team members, driving culture, succession planning, and performance standards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required, with Business or Finance preferred. 12+ years in infrastructure private equity and/or banking with demonstrated sourcing and execution success. Strong network of contacts in the infrastructure sectors. Expertise in structuring, documentation, and complex stakeholder alignment. Strong IC/Board communication presence and leadership capabilities. Experience closing complex, multi-stakeholder transactions. Proven origination track record and proprietary deal sourcing. Deep specialization across digital, power and energy, utilities, transport, or social infrastructure.

Preferred Qualifications

MBA/CFA/CAIA preferred. Solutions focused mindset; creative. Excellent oral and written communication skills; interact with members of senior management, executives and line staff in a positive and collegial manner. Must have strong leadership qualities, a client service focus and a high standard of professionalism. Strong interpersonal, organizational, and collaboration skills. Effective negotiator with demonstrated ability to achieve consensus. Ability to operate autonomously with transparency and integrity. Sophisticated financial skills, quantitative underwriting skills, and capital markets perspective with ability to structure investments to achieve investment requirements. Ability to prioritize and multi-task. Meet tight timelines and make key recommendations and decisions. Willingness and ability to travel.

Base Salary Range

#LI-CM2 Base Salary Range: $240,000-280,000 and additional incentive compensation.

Requisite Skills

• Deal Origination
• Infrastructure Investments
• Investment Strategies
• Negotiation
• Private Equity

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

Barings offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• CORE BENEFITS & WELLNESS 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
• OTHER BENEFITS 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.