Managing Director - Private Credit Origination (Sponsored)

Key Opportunity:

This is a significant opportunity for an accomplished Managing Director to lead private credit origination efforts within a prominent, confidential credit fund. The role focuses on proprietary deal sourcing and relationship management within the private equity sponsor community, contributing directly to the fund's growth and investment strategy in a specialized and expanding asset class.

Firm & Context:

Our client is a well-established, confidential credit fund operating within the alternative asset management industry. This fund specializes in providing tailored debt solutions, primarily to companies backed by private equity sponsors. As a key player in the private credit market, the firm offers a robust platform for experienced professionals seeking to drive substantial value in a sector closely aligned with the broader private equity asset class.

Role: Managing Director - Private Credit Origination (Sponsored)

As a Managing Director, you will be instrumental in expanding the firm's private credit portfolio, with a specific emphasis on transactions involving private equity sponsors. This senior leadership position requires deep market knowledge, an extensive network within the private equity community, and a proven ability to identify, originate, and execute complex credit investments. The role is designed for a seasoned professional capable of operating autonomously while collaborating closely with the broader investment team to achieve fund objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Origination & Sourcing:* Proactively identify and cultivate new private credit investment opportunities, primarily through established relationships with private equity firms, financial sponsors, and intermediaries.

Relationship Management:* Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with key decision-makers across the private equity landscape, ensuring consistent deal flow and market presence for sponsored transactions.

Deal Structuring & Execution:* Lead the structuring, negotiation, and execution of private credit transactions, working closely with legal, credit, and investment teams to finalize terms and close deals.

Credit Analysis & Due Diligence:* Oversee and contribute to the initial screening, credit analysis, and comprehensive due diligence processes for potential investments.

Market Strategy:* Contribute to the fund's overall origination strategy, identifying market trends, competitive landscapes, and new areas for investment focus within the sponsored credit space.

Team Leadership:* Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members, fostering a culture of high performance and professional development within the origination function.

Location:

This position is based in New York, United States.

Compensation:

Compensation details for this Managing Director role are competitive and will be discussed confidentially with qualified candidates during the interview process. Specific figures were not provided in the initial brief.

Application Process:

This confidential search is being conducted via Selby Jennings. Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.