Investment Associate Structured Finance (Hybrid) Nyc Private Equity

Investment Associate - Structured Finance (HYBRID)

NYC Private Equity - Investment Management Firm

J Harlan Group is currently conducting a search for an experienced and highly motivated Investment Associate - Structured Finance at a prominent NYC Private Equity - Investment Manager.

An exciting opportunity to be a key part of the growth of the firm funds and team and will work closely with senior members of the firm to evaluate and execute on investments within numerous asset classes and across the capital structure. This individual will be a significant contributor in enabling their vision and helping the organization to grow and improve their businesses. To be successful in this role you must be highly detail oriented and organized able to meet assigned deadlines and have first class communication and interpersonal skillsKey Responsibilities

Supporting the debt capital markets process for the funds investment strategies includingnegotiating and executing financing transactions in the secured and unsecured debt capital markets vis-a-vis revolving credit facilities term loans private placements and issuances within the public capital markets.

• Financial modeling and cashflow analysis for real asset portfolios.
• Day-to-day monitoring of the firms debt portfolio including covenant tracking hedging positionslender exposure reporting needs etc. across all asset verticals.
• Coordinating closely with the asset and investment teams on execution processes for newinvestments.
• Identifying and executing on future financing needs to help create the most efficient financingplatform possible.
• Managing third party advisors including lending relationships servicing partners rating agenciesaccountants etc.
• Preparing internal materials including Investment Memorandums and transaction analyses forpresentations to Investment Committee and other stakeholders.
• Recommend support development and implementation of risk & asset management tools andSolutions
  

The ideal candidate would have a background including:

• A minimum of 3 years of structured finance investment banking investment firm or fund experience
• Investment experience in ABS CMBS CLO CDO etc.
• Familiarity with transportation and infrastructure assets or general leasing is preferred.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills and excellent attention to detail and follow-through
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills with a proficiency in scenario based financial modeling
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive in seeking out ways to add additional value beyond the core responsibilities of the role.
• Excellent analytical written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to manage a process from start to finish with true ownership in areas that might be new to both the individual and even the firm.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Tenacious and persistent with a willingness to go the extra mile to support the team and Firm.
  

Education:

• Strong academic record and a bachelors or higher degree

An individual who loves solving deep and complex investment related matters and wants to have an outsized impact with the products and solutions they deliver. An individual with a passion for investments a high level of intellectual curiosity a commitment to excellence and an unparalleled drive to deliver world-class services.

If you or anyone in your network would be interested in this opportunity please send resume to Jerry Goldberg at or directly contact us at

About the Client:

Our client is a leading investment manager and private equity firm specializing in the acquisition of transportation equipment and asset operating platforms in the infrastructure sector. Founded in 2014 the firm targets real asset investment opportunities that are cash yielding with downside protection and benefit from a team with deep longstanding relationships and financial and operating expertise. Today the firm manages over $9bn of assets globally across rail intermodal aviation and emerging technology strategies with office locations in NYC Chicago and St. Louis.

They seek candidates who are high-energy self-starters who want to join an investment management firm on the leading edge of financial markets. The management team needs individuals of the highest professional caliber who are leaders problem solvers analytic detail-oriented and entrepreneurial. Everyone at the firm works side-by-side with the firms senior partners in a highly collaborative and charged investment environment.

Successful candidates are:

• Analytic and relentless in pursuit of the right answer
• Strong communicators who excel at rapid synthesis
• Able to demonstrate sound business judgment.
• Able to digest complexity while maintaining an understanding of the big picture of business needs
• Team players who are energized by a collaborative enterprise

The firms employees maintain the highest professional and ethical standards. The firm has earned a reputation for honesty fair dealing and transparency in a competitive industry. They believe that these standards are the foundation for superior investment performance and are critical to delivering performance to clients.

Estimated base salary range for this position is: $125000-$145000. Employees may also be eligible for an annual discretionary incentive compensation award. Actual base salary may vary based upon but not limited to relevant skills experience qualifications and geographic location.

Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k)
Life Insurance (Basic Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off
Family Leave
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Training & Development
Hybrid Workplace

Required Experience:

IC