Associate, Private Credit Group

Location: London

Job Function: Private Equity 

Job Type: Contract

Req ID: 16630 

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.

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.

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.

Work at the Point of Impact

We need to be forward-looking to attract the right people to help us become the Leading Global Long-Term Investor. Join our ambitious, agile, and diverse teams - be empowered to push boundaries and pursue innovative ideas, share your views, and be heard. Be anchored on our PRIME Values: Prudence, Respect, Integrity, Merit and Excellence, which guides us in how we make our day-to-day decisions. We strive to inspire. To make an impact.

GIC is a Great Place to Work
At GIC, we believe sustainable high performance is driven by high expectations and a commitment to excellence, as well as empowerment and flexibility. As such, we currently operate under a hybrid model in which most employees spend 4 days in office and 1 day working from home each week. This balance allows us to preserve the 'office as a hub' for ideation, professional growth, and interpersonal connection, while giving our employees the flexibility to do their best work and be their best selves.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

All applicants who qualify for the role will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, socio economic background or disabilities. GIC (Europe) is signed up to the Halo Code and a Disability Confident Employer. Please email  at any point of the application or interview process if adjustments need to be made due to a disability.  

Learn More

Learn more about our Private Equity Department here: https://gic.careers/group/private-equity/