Principal, Global Corporate Credit - Retail, Autos & Mobility

Position Overview Apollo is seeking a Principal to join its Industry Research group focused on the Retail and/or Automotive vertical(s). The candidate will work as part of the Corporate Credit team on all stages of the investment process and will focus on new and existing investments up and down the capital structure in the Automotive industry. The investment professional will work on credit opportunities spanning performing loans/bonds to special‑situation credit opportunities, including private credit. The Principal will contribute to various activities including initial diligence, the investment committee process, monitoring, and reporting to support portfolio managers across the Apollo Credit platform. Primary Responsibilities Partner with the Sector Head to support all investment‑related activities, including new issues, secondary transactions, and portfolio monitoring. Serve as a point person on the team to conduct exploratory research and perform analytics on potential investment opportunities. Perform daily responsibilities such as financial modeling, quantitative financial analysis, financial and business due diligence, and quarterly reporting. Work with the industrials team to develop investment‑committee memoranda, materials for senior team members, and ad‑hoc projects, including portfolio monitoring, reporting, and investor requests. Qualifications & Experience 10+ years of experience in investment banking, advisory (Leveraged Finance, Financial Sponsors, Restructuring), or buy‑side credit investing. Strong interest in credit investing. Strong analytical and financial modeling skills (top‑tier Excel and PowerPoint skills are a must). Strong written and verbal communication skills. A high degree of maturity, a strong work ethic, and an eagerness to learn. Nimble and flexible to balance multiple tasks simultaneously, with strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Specific experience and interest in the Automotive and/or Retail industry is preferred, but not required. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution required. Pay Range: $300,000 Equal Opportunity Statement The firm and its affiliates comply with applicable discrimination and equal‑opportunity legislation in all of its jurisdictions and do not discriminate in employment or recruitment based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, citizenship, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. The contents of the qualifications and experience section of this job description are a guideline only; if an applicant can otherwise demonstrate suitability for the role, they will be considered. #J-18808-Ljbffr Athene