Senior Vice President or Managing Director, Global Private Debt
About The Position
We are seeking a Senior Vice President or Managing Director for the Global Private Debt team focused on covering middle market private equity firms with the experience of primary originating but also executing a variety of transaction types with such counterparties. This team originates, structures, and prices a variety of direct lending transactions including first lien, second lien, preferred or holdco financings, and other capital solutions with private equity sponsor-owned businesses. Tier 1 relationships with middle market private equity firms (generally fund sizes >$1 billion) Originate, source, and lead underwriting of private debt opportunities Structure and negotiate prospective deals with borrowers Lead negotiation and execution of credit agreements Monitor ongoing performance of investments Negotiate waivers and amendments Present prospective transactions to direct lending investment committee for approval
Requirements
- A minimum 10 years private lending experience with strong origination expertise
- Proven track record and rolodex of relationships with corporations, M&A advisors, private equity firms and bankers
- Strong management, communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience assisting in the negotiation of transaction structure and terms
- Familiarity with non-investment grade credit lending
- The successful candidate will have outstanding initiative and a strong work ethic
- The candidate must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
- The candidate will be able to create and maintain strong external and internal partnerships to source and execute deal flow for the benefit of the entire Oaktree credit platform
- He/She will be team-oriented and must possess strong integrity and professionalism
- Bachelors degree is required
Responsibilities
- Originate, source, and lead underwriting of private debt opportunities
- Structure and negotiate prospective deals with borrowers
- Lead negotiation and execution of credit agreements
- Monitor ongoing performance of investments
- Negotiate waivers and amendments
- Present prospective transactions to direct lending investment committee for approval
Benefits
- In addition to a competitive base salary, you will be eligible to receive discretionary bonus incentives, a comprehensive benefits package and a flexible work arrangement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
