AB Private Credit Investors Credit Investment Analyst
About The Position
AB Private Credit Investors (“AB-PCI”) is the $26B+ private corporate credit investing platform of Alliance Bernstein (“AB”) offering direct lending capabilities to middle-market companies across various industry sectors. AB-PCI focuses on directly sourced, privately negotiated investments largely supporting private equity backed transactions, pursuing a flexible mandate to deliver attractive risk-adjusted returns through unitranche, first lien, second lien, and fund/manager financing, as well as selectively structured preferred stock and private equity co-investments. Target companies typically have robust business models, strong competitive positions, sustainable enterprise value, and predictable cash flow profiles. The group maintains a strong credit culture and a highly selective investment process grounded in fundamental due diligence and a focus on transaction terms and documentation. AB-PCI is seeking an Analyst to join the investment team. Analysts work in small deal teams (usually 3, including 2 senior members) across all aspects of credit investing, interacting directly with senior team members, private equity investors, company management, sell-side banks, lawyers, accountants, and other business professionals. This is an opportunity to be part of a growing platform and take on increasing responsibility over time. This is a 2-year program. AB-PCI and the role are based in Austin, TX (analysts are able to work remotely on Fridays, though policies are subject to change).
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree demonstrating outstanding academic performance, preferably in Finance, Business, Accounting, or Economics.
- Strong grounding in accounting, finance, and capital markets.
- Mastery of three-statement, LBO financial modeling and analysis.
- Strong attention to detail and intermediate data analysis.
- Clear, accurate, and concise written and verbal communication, including upward to managers and externally with C-suite and private equity firms.
- Able to manage multiple assignments under pressure.
- Ability to work cooperatively in fast-paced environment with team members.
- Self-starter that takes ownership of projects and drives the process but also knows when to ask for help.
- Requires minimal supervision.
- Candidates must have current, unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.
Nice To Haves
- MS Finance, MBA, and/or CFA a plus.
- Candidates who demonstrated strong performance during an internship with AB-PCI are prioritized.
- Candidates who completed internships in Private Credit/Private Equity investing or Leveraged Finance, Financial Sponsor Coverage, or M&A Investment Banking with verified strong performance may also be considered.
Responsibilities
- Proactively monitor the performance of portfolio companies, including covenant compliance and financial reporting, and support amendment, restructuring, and workout processes as needed.
- Play a key role in the evaluation, execution, and management of investments, including business due diligence, financial analysis/modeling, industry research, preparation of investment memoranda, and interacting with financial sponsors and management teams.
- Contribute positively through strong communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and teamwork.
- Demonstrate consistent ownership for all investment processes, work products, and investment outcomes.
Benefits
- The opportunity to be part of a growing platform and take on increasing responsibility over time.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
