Responsibilities:
*Perform preliminary analysis of investment opportunities (research and fundamental analysis on the industry, business model soundness, leadership quality and strategy, competitive positioning, corporate risk, etc.);
*Participate in the investment appraisal process (assess merits and risks of investment opportunities by performing detailed due diligence, meet with Management teams, review third-party reports, discuss with internal and external sector experts, etc.);
*Financial analysis and detailed modeling, including sensitivity scenarios;
*Prepare investment papers and participate in discussions with the Investment Committee to secure approvals for new transactions;
*Monitor and report on performance of existing investments in the portfolio.
Requirements:
*Experience performing similar tasks in Leveraged Finance, Corporate Finance, Private Debt investing or Debt Advisory;
*Strong financial and credit analytical skills;
*Good understanding and knowledge of the investment industry, the credit instruments and markets;
*Undergraduate or graduate degree in business administration, finance, accounting or any related discipline;
*An equivalent combination of education and experience may be taken into consideration;
*Good knowledge of the software tools and databases used in financial markets (Microsoft Office, Bloomberg, Capital IQ);
*Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English and French.