Senior Debt Valuation Director: Client‑Facing Leader

Chatham Financial; Kennett Square (Chester County); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Chatham Financial seeks a Director for its Debt Valuation practice to lead complex engagements for institutional clients from scoping through final delivery.

You will apply valuation methodologies to diverse debt structures, interpret loan agreements, and mentor colleagues while collaborating with auditors and client stakeholders.

This role requires 8+ years in valuation or related fields, with CFA designation preferred and advanced Excel modeling skills.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in valuation, credit, fixed income analytics, or closely related field.

Responsibilities

• Own delivery of fair value analyses for complex debt instruments from scoping through final deliverable.
• Interpret loan agreements and financial statements to identify valuation inputs and structural considerations.
• Build and review valuation models reflecting current market conditions.
• Represent valuation methodology to clients and auditors, including ASC 820 considerations.
• Manage relationships with senior client stakeholders and present conclusions.

Skills

Client engagement

Excel modeling

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Mentorship

Cross-team collaboration

Valuation knowledge

Judgment

Education

CFA designation (preferred)

Tools

Excel

Job description

Chatham Financial seeks a Director for its Debt Valuation practice to lead complex engagements for institutional clients from scoping through final delivery.

You will apply valuation methodologies to diverse debt structures, interpret loan agreements, and mentor colleagues while collaborating with auditors and client stakeholders.

This role requires 8+ years in valuation or related fields, with CFA designation preferred and advanced Excel modeling skills.