Managing Director, Originations - Global Private Credit – Sponsor Finance

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Managing Director, Originations
Barings - Global Private Credit – Sponsor Finance
Location – Charlotte, Chicago, New York
Job Summary
The Global Private Credit – Sponsor Finance team is seeking a Managing Director with experience in providing cash flow based financing solutions to private equity sponsored transactions across a variety of industries. Ideal candidates will possess established private equity sponsor relationships, strong credit skills and be able to make meaningful contributions to all aspects of the deal process. All candidates should have demonstrated track record of leading middle market leveraged buyouts. Please indicate location preference upon application.
Primary Responsibilities

• Assist with special projects, as needed.
• Originate opportunities in lead capacity and manage all aspects of the financings for senior debt, unitranche, second lien, mezzanine and equity or equity-like investments.
• Present investment memos and amendment requests to Investment Committee.
• Work closely with the existing origination team to further expand our private equity relationships in the U.S.
• Supervise and mentor junior professionals.
• Develop, maintain and institutionalize private equity relationships by supervising and reporting material fund raising, investment and portfolio activities?
• Develop, maintain and institutionalize relationships with prospective business owners, targets, investment bankers, business brokers and advisors.
• Negotiate and review term sheets, credit agreements and associated legal documents.
• Oversee all aspects of the due diligence processes, including screening, underwriting and portfolio management.

Qualifications

• Team player, with exemplary work ethic and ability to work under pressure
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration from top university required. Advanced Degree and/or CFA/ CPA expected
• Ability to multi-task and independently manage deadlines
• 15+ years of middle market cash flow lending experience as lead agent at a direct lender, investment bank, commercial bank, BDC or similar platform. Completion of formal credit training program preferred
• Travel will be required and could be up to 50% domestic.
• Fluent knowledge of current market terms and competitive landscape
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office and other relevant technology tools
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication and negotiation skills

Base Salary range: $275,000 +
Barings is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer; Minority/Female/Age/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Individual with Disability/Protected Veteran. We welcome all persons to apply.
Barings Offers a Comprehensive Benefits Package Including
CORE BENEFITS & WELLNESS

• Fertility Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fitness Center Reimbursement Program (Including Online Memberships)
• Medical (including Virtual Care), Prescription, Dental, and Vision Coverage

FINANCIAL WELL-BEING

• Retirement Health Reimbursement Account
• Pension Plan
• 401(k) Plan w/Company Match
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Health Care & Dependent Care

LIFE INSURANCE

• Spouse and Child Life Insurance
• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance

TIME OFF, DISABILITY AND LEAVE OF ABSENCE

• Paid Leave of Absences (Maternity Leave, Parental Leave, Caregiver Leave, Bereavement Time)
• Paid Volunteer Time
• Short and Long Term Disability Plans
• Paid Vacation, Sick Days and Annual Holidays

Other Benefits

• Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement Program
• Charitable Matching Gifts Program
• Education Assistance Program
• Commuter Reimbursement Program