Investment Associate

Janus Henderson Investors; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Victory Park Capital Advisors, LLC in Chicago seeks a Private Credit Investment Associate to support evaluation of new opportunities and ongoing management of portfolio investments. You will help build robust financial models, perform analyses, and assist with diligence and negotiations.

The role works in a hybrid office setting, collaborating with management teams, attorneys, accountants, and investment bankers, and requires a solid background in finance and credit analysis.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience at an investment bank or private credit/private equity firm.
• Bachelor’s degree with strong academics in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related discipline.
• Fluency with finance, accounting, credit analysis and valuation.
• Advanced financial modelling and ability to analyze financial statements in a transaction environment.

Responsibilities

• Research industries and market segments to develop and refine actionable investment ideas and theses.
• Perform quantitative and qualitative analyses to support underwriting of potential investments.
• Support senior associates in processing new opportunities and portfolio oversight.
• Build robust financial models to support deal underwriting and structuring.
• Coordinate diligence efforts with management, attorneys, accountants, consultants, and bankers.
• Prepare internal memoranda and materials to support investment recommendations.

Skills

Investment banking

Financial modelling

Finance

Accounting

Credit analysis

Valuation

MS Office

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Role: Private Credit Investment Associate

Location: Chicago, IL

Department: Victory Park Capital

Why work for us?

Victory Park Capital Advisors, LLC (VPC) is a global alternative asset manager that specializes in private asset-backed credit. In addition, the Firm offers comprehensive structured financing and capital markets solutions through its affiliate platform, Triumph Capital Markets. The Firm was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in Chicago.

In 2024, VPC became a majority-owned affiliate of Janus Henderson Group. The Firm leverages the broader resources of Janus Henderson’s 2,000+ employees across offices in 24 cities worldwide.

VPC is a Registered Investment Advisor with the SEC. VPC is proud to be recognized for the third year in a row by Crain's Chicago Business as one of the best places to work in Chicago (2023, 2024 & 2025).

Your opportunity

We seek to add a motivated and engaged individual to join our private credit investing team as an Associate in order to support the evaluation of new investment opportunities as well as the ongoing management of existing portfolio investments.

You will

• Research various industries and market segments to help develop and refine actionable investment ideas and theses
• Perform quantitative and qualitative analyses used to support the underwriting of potential investment ideas and theses
• Support senior associates in processing new investment opportunities, ranging from market assessments, competitive positioning, and financial analysis
• Build robust, flexible financial models to support deal underwriting and deal structuring efforts, as directed by deal team leads
• Facilitate diligence efforts on pursued deals, including business diligence, risk underwriting, and managing external advisors
• Perform ad-hoc analysis to support transaction negotiations
• Prepare internal memoranda and other materials used to support investment recommendations and to communicate with internal constituents
• Monitor and support existing portfolio companies, including identifying acquisition targets, identifying new product/market opportunities, assisting with financial planning and attending board meetings
• Facilitate ongoing interactions with management teams, attorneys, accountants, consultants, investment and commercial bankers, financing parties, and other service providers
• Carry out other duties as assigned

What to expect when you join our firm

• Hybrid working schedule with in-office days Monday – Thursday
• A collaborative office environment, quarterly team events, assortment of complimentary snacks and beverages with lunch provided during onsite days
• Health and well-being benefits

Must have skills

• At least two years of experience at an investment bank (asset-backed credit experience is preferred but experience with restructuring, leveraged finance, or debt capital markets is also valued) or principal-oriented investment fund (private credit, mezzanine debt or private equity)
• Bachelor’s degree with a strong academic record in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related discipline is required
• Fluency with principles of finance, accounting, credit analysis and valuation
• Advanced financial modelling skills and the ability to analyze financial statements while working in a transaction-oriented environment
• Self-motivated and capable of multi-tasking in a high-pressure environment
• Positive, professional demeanor, outgoing personality, and a high level of initiative
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Collaboration skills – Works effectively in a fast-paced, hard-working, and high-driven team-oriented environment
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills
• Fit with a highly analytical and entrepreneurial firm culture
• Results-oriented, driven to achieve, hands-on, roll up the sleeves, and a strong work ethic
• Uncompromising personal integrity and a high level of personal respect for all individuals
• A team player with the ability to work with and through others to respond to sensitive issues and deal with problem situations effectively.

Investment areas

• Has responsibility for supporting the private credit investing team with in depth company research as well as on-going oversight of portfolio company investments.

Supervisory responsibilities

• No

Potential for growth

• Regular training

You will be expected to understand the regulatory obligations of the firm, and abide by the regulated entity requirements and VPC policies applicable for your role.

Along with VPC’s majority owner, Janus Henderson Investors, we are all committed to an inclusive and supportive environment. We believe diversity improves results and we welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. Don’t worry if you don’t think you tick every box, we still want to hear from you! If you need any reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process, please get in touch and let us know at [e-mail].

Compensation information

The base salary range for this position is $125,000-$130,000. This range is estimated for this role. Actual pay may be different.