Senior Associate, Private Credit

Position Summary

This position is suitable for candidates seeking to develop a career in private debt investing, particularly in middle market companies. With over $13 billion in capital under management, TCW's Private Credit Group provides capital in connection with acquisitions, recapitalizations, growth and special situations both to sponsored and non-sponsored borrowers. The candidate will assist with underwriting new investments, 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 memorandums, 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 preferred

* 3-6 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

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 MA/NY based position, the base salary range is $165k to $180k. 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.

Hybrid position, with ability to work from home on Friday.

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