PGIM Analyst, Portfolio Management (Direct Lending)

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A GLOBAL FIRM WITH A DIVERSE & INCLUSIVE CULTURE

As the Global Asset Management business of Prudential were always looking for ways to improve financial services. Were passionate about making a meaningful impact - touching the lives of millions and solving financial challenges in an ever-changing world.We also believe talent is key to achieving our vision and are intentional about building a culture on respect and collaboration. When you join PGIM youll unlock a motivating and impactful career all while growing your skills and advancing your profession at one of the worlds leading global asset managers!

If youre not afraid to think differently and challenge the status quo come and be a part of a dedicated team thats investing in your future by shaping tomorrow today.At PGIM You Can!

What you will do

This Analyst position sits on the Portfolio Management team within PGIMs Direct Lending strategy. The team invests in middle-market companies across the U.S. and Western Europe through buyouts refinancings recapitalizations and growth investments. The Portfolio Management team oversees a $7bn AUM portfolio of private credit loans and serves as the eyes and ears of the portfolio monitoring issuer performance analyzing portfolio health supporting fundraising efforts and delivering insights to the Investment Committee that directly inform investment decisions.

You will work within a tight-knit team while partnering closely with investment professionals across multiple groups and offices with direct exposure to the Head of Portfolio and Underwriting. As part of a fast-growing team you will have the opportunity to contribute across various areas of the business and special projects including data analysis fundraising and securitization (CLOs and multi-asset solutions). The role provides hands-on experience across the full lifecycle of investments and fund operations.

Our culture emphasizes challenging and interesting work supported by both formal training and on-the-job experience building a strong foundation in portfolio management. You will be part of a large vibrant and diverse global cohort of Analyst Program peers while collaborating daily with senior investment professionals. The environment is collaborative and collegial with meaningful individual impact and broad exposure to industries such as technology services manufacturing consumer products and financialsall within a fast-paced setting that supports a balanced life.

This is a hybrid position based in our Chicago IL office with in-office collaboration three days each week.

What you can expect

• Portfolio and credit monitoring including tracking early indicators of underperformance.
• Support timely escalation and modifications as issues emerge.
• Portfolio and performance tracking including benchmarking and comparative analyses used in investor reporting and fundraising
• Develop strategy and insight for our Investment Committee
• Assist in fundraising and portfolio strategy for various fund vehicles and structured products
• Active member of the loan valuation team ensuring timely and accurate coordination with our third-party vendors to provide mark prices for our portfolio of 100 loans
• Help improve data quality and reduce manual rework by identifying recurring gaps proposing process fixes and supporting automation efforts including experimenting with AI tools to accelerate workflows
• Collaborate with Portfolio Management Investment and Operations team members and partner teams to ensure smooth portfolio workflows and clear ownership of required inputs

What you will bring

• Bachelors degree with a strong academic track record; coursework in Finance or Accounting strongly preferred.
• 13 years of relevant experience in a role emphasizing financial analysis with demonstrated proficiency in interpreting financial statements and evaluating business risks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to synthesize complex information. Highly analytical detail-oriented and intellectually curious.
• A flexible startup mindset including adaptability in changing priorities a willingness to take on diverse responsibilities and an entrepreneurial drive to identify opportunities and solve problems proactively.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel PowerPoint and Word with the ability to create and analyze data-driven reports and presentations.

What will set you apart

• Prior work experience in portfolio management accounting and/or investment operations is a plus
• Comfort learning and applying new technology tools with demonstrated interest in AI and automation.
• Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and meet tight deadlines without sacrificing quality or controls.

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Note: Prudential is required by state-specific laws to include the salary range for this role when hiring a resident in applicable locations. The base salary range for this role is from $85000 to $90000. Specific pricing for the role may vary within the above range based on many factors including geographic location candidate experience and skills. Roles may also be eligible for additional compensation and/or benefits. Eligibility to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program whereby an award if any depends on various factors including without limitation individual and organizational performance.

• Market competitive base salaries with a yearly bonus potential at every level.
• Medical dental vision life insurance disability insurance Paid Time Off (PTO) and leave of absences such as parental and military leave.
• 401(k) plan with company match (up to 4%).
• Company-funded pension plan.
• Wellness Programs including up to $1600 a year for reimbursement of items purchased to support personal wellbeing needs.
• Work/Life Resources to help support topics such as parenting housing senior care finances pets legal matters education emotional and mental health and career development.
• Education Benefit to help finance traditional college enrollment toward obtaining an approved degree and many accredited certificate programs.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Shares can be purchased at 85% of the lower of two prices (Beginning or End of the purchase period).

Eligibility to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program whereby an award if any depends on various factors including without limitation individual and organizational performance. To find out more about our Total Rewards package visit Work Life Balance Prudential Careers. Some of the above benefits may not apply to part-time employees scheduled to work less than 20 hours per week.

Prudential Financial Inc. of the United States is not affiliated with Prudential plc. which is headquartered in the United Kingdom.

Prudential is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion national origin ancestry sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin genetics disability marital status age veteran status domestic partner status medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

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