Sr. Associate, Private Credit

Position Summary

This position is suitable for candidates seeking to develop a career in private debt investing, particularly in middle market direct lending. With over $10 billion in capital under management, TCW Private Credit provides capital in connection with acquisitions, recapitalizations, growth and special situations both to sponsored and non-sponsored borrowers. The candidate will assist with structuring and underwriting new loans, portfolio management and various ad-hoc projects. Specific responsibilities include conducting due diligence on potential investments, creating and maintaining detailed financial models, assisting in the creation and presentation of investment memoranda, and monitoring a portfolio of active investments.

Candidates must be proficient in financial statement analysis and have the ability to construct a three-statement forecast model. Strong written and communication skills are also required.

Candidates should be self-starters with the ability to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, multi-task environment.

Essential Duties

• Evaluate new investment opportunities through in-depth business analysis, detailed financial modeling, industry research, and by meeting with management teams

• Assist in structuring and underwriting new transactions

• Prepare written analyses and present findings to the group's investment committee

• Monitor existing portfolio companies through ongoing financial review and management interaction

• Assist with ad-hoc analyses and projects related to the Private Credit Group

Required Qualifications

• Strong academic credentials

• Bachelor's Degree from a top university; major in Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related field preferred

• At least 3 years of work experience in investment banking, asset management, debt capital markets, private equity, accounting or consulting

• Demonstrated experience in financial analysis and modeling

• Excellent quantitative and analytical skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Advanced skills using Microsoft Office, with particular expertise in Excel and PowerPoint

Professional Skills Qualifications

• Team player - effectively collaborates with others

• Strong work ethic and self-motivated

• Excellent organization skills, with ability to handle a wide variety of responsibilities and meet deadlines

• Detail-oriented, entrepreneurial, and able to multi-task

• Ability to work independently

• Superior analytical and problem solving skills

Desired Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of capital markets and corporate finance

Estimated Compensation:

Base Salary: For NY based position, the base salary range is $165k to $215k. This is an anticipated range only.

Other Compensation: Eligible to be considered for an annual discretionary bonus

Benefits: Eligible for TCW's comprehensive benefits package. See more information here.

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