Private Credit Investment Manager

TEEMA Solutions Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in New York is seeking a Private Credit Investment Manager to source, underwrite, and manage investments across various sectors. The ideal candidate will possess strong credit analysis and financial modeling skills, with experience in private debt investing. Collaborating with internal teams, this role involves assessing market trends and ensuring effective transaction execution. The position offers a competitive compensation range of $140,000 – $185,000, reflecting the applicant's experience and expertise.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of credit markets and private lending mechanics.
• Experience in credit analysis, underwriting, or private debt investing.
• Ability to manage multiple deals in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Source and evaluate private credit investment opportunities.
• Conduct due diligence and credit analysis for new investments.
• Structure transactions and negotiate terms.

Skills

Credit analysis

Financial modeling

Negotiation skills

Portfolio management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related field

CFA or MBA preferred

Tools

Excel

SQL

Python

Job description

Location: New York, NY

Estimated Compensation:
$140,000 – $185,000 total annual compensation (varies by employer)

About This Posting

This job description represents a sample Private Credit Investment Manager position commonly found through the Career Launch AI Talent Network. It is intended to help job seekers understand the responsibilities and qualifications typically associated with investing in private credit markets, including direct lending, syndicated loans, mezzanine debt, and structured credit products.

Actual openings may vary depending on the firm’s investment focus, portfolio strategy, and fund structure.

For more information on the Career Launch AI Talent Network, visit: https://www.careerlaunch.ai/

Position Overview

The Private Credit Investment Manager is responsible for sourcing, underwriting, and managing private credit investments across various sectors and risk profiles. This role blends rigorous credit analysis, portfolio management, and deal execution, supporting the firm’s private credit strategy while monitoring risk and performance of existing loan portfolios.

The role involves collaboration with portfolio managers, deal teams, risk management, and external stakeholders to evaluate investment opportunities and ensure effective execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and evaluate private credit investment opportunities, including direct loans, syndicated loans, and mezzanine debt
• Conduct due diligence, financial modeling, and credit analysis for new investments
• Structure transactions, negotiate terms, and prepare investment documentation
• Monitor portfolio performance, including covenants compliance, risk metrics, and repayment schedules
• Build and maintain analytical tools, dashboards, and models for credit portfolio insights
• Prepare investment memos, presentations, and reporting for internal investment committees and external stakeholders
• Collaborate with legal, compliance, and operations teams to ensure proper execution and monitoring
• Stay informed on market trends, regulatory changes, and credit risk dynamics

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field; CFA or MBA preferred
• Strong understanding of credit markets, loan structures, and private lending mechanics
• Experience in credit analysis, underwriting, or private debt investing
• Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills
• Knowledge of loan agreements, covenants, and credit documentation
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage multiple deals and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Excel; familiarity with SQL, Python, or credit portfolio systems is a plus

About the Career Launch AI Talent Network

The Career Launch AI Talent Network helps professionals pursue opportunities similar to this role through:

• Skills-based role matching for private credit and alternative credit investing roles
• Resume and profile optimization tailored to investment positions
• Guidance on outreach to investment teams and fund managers
• Interview preparation for credit analysis, financial modeling, and investment evaluation
• To learn more or express interest in private credit investment roles, visit: https://www.careerlaunch.ai/