Associate, Private Credit Group
Associate, Private Credit Group
Associate, Private Credit
GIC is one of the world’s largest sovereign wealth funds. With over 2,000 employees across 11 locations around the world, we invest in more than 40 countries globally across asset classes and businesses. Working at GIC gives you exposure to an extraordinary network of the world’s industry leaders. As a leading global long-term investor, we work at the Point of Impact for Singapore’s financial future, and the communities we invest in worldwide.
Private Equity Department
We deploy capital in areas where we can utilise our comparative advantages, namely, a long investment horizon, global presence, sector expertise, as well as skilled, and experienced teams.
Private Credit Group
You will focus on directly financing sponsor owned companies via a variety of senior and subordinated instruments such as first lien, unitranche, second lien, hold-co payment-in-kind, preferred equity, and minority equity.
The team has invested tens of billion dollars into 100+ companies over the last ten years. The team invests across the US, Europe, and Asia from London.
What impact can you make in this role?
You will be part of a team that is one of the largest, and most established private capital investors in the world today.
We are looking for a suitable candidate to join our Private Credit Group as an Associate to focus on direct lending investments on a global basis.
This role is a three-year contract as part of our Associate programme.
GIC is one of the world’s largest sovereign wealth funds. With over 2,000 employees across 11 locations around the world, we invest in more than 40 countries globally across asset classes and businesses. Working at GIC gives you exposure to an extraordinary network of the world’s industry leaders. As a leading global long-term investor, we work at the Point of Impact for Singapore’s financial future, and the communities we invest in worldwide.
Private Equity Department
We deploy capital in areas where we can utilise our comparative advantages, namely, a long investment horizon, global presence, sector expertise, as well as skilled, and experienced teams.
Private Credit Group
You will focus on directly financing sponsor owned companies via a variety of senior and subordinated instruments such as first lien, unitranche, second lien, hold-co payment-in-kind, preferred equity, and minority equity.
The team has invested tens of billion dollars into 100+ companies over the last ten years. The team invests across the US, Europe, and Asia from London.
What impact can you make in this role?
You will be part of a team that is one of the largest, and most established private capital investors in the world today.
We are looking for a suitable candidate to join our Private Credit Group as an Associate to focus on direct lending investments on a global basis.
This role is a three-year contract as part of our Associate programme.
Key Responsibilities
What you will do as an Associate
As an Associate, you will play a key role in sourcing, evaluating, and executing investments in senior and subordinated debt instruments. You will take the lead in diligencing opportunities, building financial models, screening ideas, and discussing potential investments internally.
Additionally, you will participate in portfolio management, which includes monitoring existing positions, valuing incremental debt opportunities, and negotiating terms amendments as needed.
You will work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners to ensure successful execution of investment strategies. From time to time you will have the opportunity to participate in special projects.
In summary, as an Analyst / Associate, you will have a hands-on role in the investment process, from sourcing and evaluating deals to managing and monitoring the portfolio. You will work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners to ensure successful execution of investment strategies.
As an Associate, you will play a key role in sourcing, evaluating, and executing investments in senior and subordinated debt instruments. You will take the lead in diligencing opportunities, building financial models, screening ideas, and discussing potential investments internally.
Additionally, you will participate in portfolio management, which includes monitoring existing positions, valuing incremental debt opportunities, and negotiating terms amendments as needed.
You will work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners to ensure successful execution of investment strategies. From time to time you will have the opportunity to participate in special projects.
In summary, as an Analyst / Associate, you will have a hands-on role in the investment process, from sourcing and evaluating deals to managing and monitoring the portfolio. You will work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners to ensure successful execution of investment strategies.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
What makes you a successful candidate?
A curious and inquisitive mindset, coupled with a passion for understanding businesses and assessing legal documentation and strong attention to detail.
A strong academic background, with a Bachelor's degree being the minimum requirement. Equivalent practical experience is also acceptable.
Demonstrated success in previous roles.
Hands-on experience in transactional processes and proficient financial modelling skills.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Exceptional work ethic and a collaborative and flexible approach to teamwork.
Experience in deal execution, including negotiation, deal structuring and pricing, due diligence, and legal closing, is a plus.
We expect the successful applicant will have 2-4 years of experience in a leading investment bank's M&A or leveraged finance team, a specialist restructuring or debt advisory firm, or a credit investment firm.
A curious and inquisitive mindset, coupled with a passion for understanding businesses and assessing legal documentation and strong attention to detail.
A strong academic background, with a Bachelor's degree being the minimum requirement. Equivalent practical experience is also acceptable.
Demonstrated success in previous roles.
Hands-on experience in transactional processes and proficient financial modelling skills.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Exceptional work ethic and a collaborative and flexible approach to teamwork.
Experience in deal execution, including negotiation, deal structuring and pricing, due diligence, and legal closing, is a plus.
We expect the successful applicant will have 2-4 years of experience in a leading investment bank's M&A or leveraged finance team, a specialist restructuring or debt advisory firm, or a credit investment firm.
About GIC
GIC is one of the three investment entities in Singapore that manage the Government’s reserves, alongside the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) and Temasek. We manage most of the Government’s financial assets, investing for the long term with an aim to preserve and enhance the international purchasing power of the funds placed in our care.
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