Analyst (or Associate) - Direct Lending

Job Title

Analyst / Associate

Job Description

The Analyst / Associate will work with junior and senior underwriters in reviewing new investment opportunities and monitoring existing investments as outlined below.

New Deals (>85% of time on an annual basis)

• Assisting the Underwriting Team in assessing new investment opportunities for the Firm
• Preparing investment and downside case financial models
• Assisting in the preparation of investment memoranda for presentation to the Investment Committee including:
• Preparing company, industry and financial charts and analysis
• Performing independent research on company and industry (internet, analyst reports, public comps)
• Assisting in the coordination of deal closings

Portfolio Management (<15% of time on an annual basis)

• Assisting in preparing portfolio reviews for existing investments including:
• Preparing historical and projected covenant models
• Written credit analysis of historical and projected financial performance
• Reviewing internal monitoring templates to ensure accuracy of investment detail
• Assisting with managing accounts by monitoring industry events and through company press releases and monthly / quarterly financials, industry and company research reports
• Assisting in processing amendment / waiver requests, as necessary
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree required, preferably with a major in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related financial subject area with an outstanding record of academic achievement
• 1 to 3 years of experience in leveraged credit or investment banking
• Strong analytical, financial modeling and research skills
• Proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint and other software
• Demonstrated ability to effectively leverage AI tools in day-to-day work, with strong critical thinking to assess accuracy, limitations and appropriate use of AI generated outputs
• Enthusiastic about working in office and creating a Gold Standard hybrid work culture

Compensation & Benefits

For Illinois and New York Only: It is expected that the base salary range for this position will be $185,000 to $200,000 for an Associate and $160,000 to $165,000 for an Analyst. Actual salaries may vary based on factors such as skills, experiences and qualifications for the role. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial and / or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits such as vacation, sick time and parental leave) dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, the employee will be in an 'at-will position' and the Firm reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time including for reasons related to individual performance, Firm or individual department / team performance and market factors.

Golub Capital is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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