Vice President - Portfolio Group

Monroe Capital • Chicago, IL

1d • $160,000 - $200,000

About The Position

Monroe is seeking restructuring/turnaround/credit professionals in a role managing existing investments in direct, club and syndicated leveraged loan transactions. The candidate will work as part of a team focusing on early intervention and managing Monroe’s higher risk rated investments (senior debt, junior capital, and equity).

Requirements

• The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of experience in one or more of the following areas: Principal investing (e.g., private credit, private equity, etc.) Special situations investment banking (debt placements, refinancing or distressed M&A) Restructuring/turnaround/lender advisory or interim management Leveraged finance and portfolio management
• Bachelor’s degree with a strong academic record from a top-tier undergraduate university
• Strong research, accounting and financial analysis skills, with the ability to build financial models, analyze financial statements, and interpret cash flow dynamics
• Extensive knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office products (especially Excel)
• Ability and desire to work in a fast-paced setting with proficiency at multi-task on multiple projects/deals, focus on detail and accuracy and follow-through
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal) on multiple projects
• Skill to work well within a small team and meet tight deadlines, using own initiative without close supervision

Responsibilities

• Lead in the management of a select portfolio of the firm’s higher risk rated investments through enhanced financial/operational monitoring and frequent interaction with company management, financial sponsors, and third-party consultants/financial advisors.
• Design, develop and implement strategies for maximizing portfolio investment recoveries.
• Prepare analysis and modeling of potential restructuring alternatives.
• Conduct negotiation with various constituencies including financial sponsors, company management, other bank group members, and other lenders in the capital structure.
• Coordinate and manage legal counsel and other external professionals, including consultants and financial advisors.
• Prepare and present restructure/amendment/waiver memorandums.
• Provide regular financial and strategic updates (both written and verbal) on portfolio accounts.
• Participate in review and negotiation of legal terms and documentation on individual transactions/amendments/waivers.
• Review and analyze Borrower financial reporting, monitor key performance indicators, and track operational and financial trends.
• Maintain knowledge of business and market trends that may affect portfolio performance.

Benefits

• The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial and / or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits such as vacation, sick time and parental leave) dependent on the position offered.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees