Senior Associate, Private Credit | Manhattan, NY, USA | In-Office

Senior Associate, Private Credit An established and expanding credit alternatives platform with ~$6B+ AUM is seeking a Private Credit Senior Associate to join its lean, high‑performing investment team. The firm provides flexible, bespoke capital solutions and value‑add support to family‑owned and sponsor‑backed middle‑market businesses, with a strong focus on disciplined underwriting and attractive risk‑adjusted returns. This role offers a rare opportunity to step into a seat with significant ownership, direct exposure to senior leadership, and the ability to meaningfully influence investment outcomes and platform growth. The Senior Associate will play a key role across origination, underwriting, execution, and portfolio support, operating as a core member of the investment team rather than in a siloed support role. Responsibilities: • Lead underwriting and execution of new private credit investments • Build and review detailed LBO and cash‑flow models; oversee diligence processes • Prepare and present investment memoranda to credit committee • Drive deal execution from initial screening through closing • Actively source opportunities and maintain relationships with sponsors, intermediaries, and business owners • Review and help negotiate term sheets and credit documentation alongside internal and external counsel • Support portfolio management and mentor junior team members as needed Qualifications: • 4-6+ years of relevant experience (investment banking, private credit, or principal investing) • Strong command of financial modeling, structuring, and credit analysis • High‑quality investment writing and communication skills • Ability to operate independently in a lean, entrepreneurial environment with high visibility and upside This is an ideal opportunity for someone seeking true responsibility, decision‑making exposure, and a long‑term seat at the table within a scaled yet nimble private credit platform.