Director, Alternative Credit

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The Director, Alternative Credit is responsible for building, implementing, and managing alternative credit investments to support Western & Southern profitability and product competitiveness in a risk efficient manner. Primary responsibilities include developing the investment pipeline, underwriting and recommending new investments, managing the existing portfolio, fulfilling reporting needs, and performing special projects to evolve Western & Southern's capabilities in this area.

• Manage a diversified suite of investment portfolios including middle market direct lending, infrastructure lending, private asset backed finance, and other allocations outside of the syndicated credit markets.
• Develop an understanding of various alternative credit markets and broader capital markets in order to assess risk adjusted returns and relative value across competing investment opportunities.
• Shape enterprise investment strategy by leading cross‑functional strategic initiatives that expand the firm’s investment toolkit, driving research, due diligence, and recommendations that inform CIO, CEO, and board‑level decision‑making.
• Determine and implement overall portfolio strategy for assigned portfolios, including top‑down positioning (risk allocation, sector/country weights), sector allocation, security selection, and performance relative to benchmarks.

• Bachelor’s Degree – Required
• Master’s Degree – Preferred
• 4–6 years investment related and/or financial analysis experience with significant investment acumen.
• Ability to understand financial statements, loan agreements and other investment related documentation. Basic knowledge of financial markets; previous leveraged finance experience is a plus. Ability to make judgments based on market knowledge. Experience with financial modeling and analysis.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) savings plan with pension options.
• Paid time off increasing with tenure.
• Tuition reimbursement and individualized career development plans.
• Parental leave and maternity leave with a 4‑week transition back to work.
• Access to on‑site amenities like a fitness center, cafeteria and more.
• Extensive employee discount program.

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