Direct Lending/Private Credit Associate

$250k

Connect Search, LLC

Associate, Direct Lending

Chicago, IL | 4 Days In-Office

About the Firm

The direct lending credit affiliate of a leading global private investment firm with a substantial multi-strategy platform spanning private equity, credit, real estate, and other strategies.

Why This Seat

Industry-agnostic mandate
Both sponsor and non-sponsor transaction flow
Well-staffed team allowing for depth and intentionality on diligence rather than a lean deal team environment
Significant responsibility and autonomy at the Associate level
Coinvestment opportunity
Not a traditional "two-and-out" seat — structured as the primary entry point for a long-term upward career path

Key Responsibilities

Engage in all aspects of due diligence and business analysis to develop and refine investment theses
Modeling, valuation, and structuring of potential investment opportunities
Identify key credit merits and risks
Prepare detailed investment committee memoranda
Support credit documentation and closing processes
Manage and monitor existing portfolio investments

Qualifications

Relevant experience in investment banking
Elite financial modeling ability
Passion for fundamental credit investing
Outstanding interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills
Ability to self-direct and form independent judgments
Strong academic background

Compensation & Benefits

Total compensation is roughly $250k

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