Director, Private ABS Origination

Key Responsibilities And Duties

• Evaluates a variety of investment grade private ABS investment opportunities that encompass various industry sectors and deal structures.
• Analyzes, structures, prices and manages large and/or complex transactions and presents recommendations to credit committee as part of a deal team.
• Performs quantitative and qualitative analysis used in the underwriting process.
• Monitors a portfolio of investments, prepares credit update memos and makes recommendations (buy, sell and hold) to portfolio managers.
• Manages investments in high-quality private placement securities and/or investments in a wide variety of private placement securities, including investment and non-investment grade securities.
• Maintains an asset allocation approach to enhance investment performance and maximize returns while appropriately balancing risk.
• Analyzes economic, industry and company data, and develops detailed financial models to support investment decisions.
• Assists in maintaining relationships with deal sponsors, investment banks, investment funds, and other deal flow sources.
• Represents the organization at industry conferences, sponsor meetings, and market events to enhance deal flow, market intelligence, and position the firm as a preferred capital provider.
• Collaborates cross-functionally with portfolio management, legal, operations, risk management, and compliance teams to ensure seamless transaction execution and ongoing portfolio management.
• Maintains deep knowledge of private ABS market dynamics, regulatory developments, rating agency methodologies, and emerging sectors including fintech.
• Mentors and develops junior investment professionals while contributing to the development of investment policies, underwriting standards, and analytical frameworks specific to private ABS.
• Partners with internal and external legal counsel to negotiate and refine transaction documentation.
• Develops detailed cash flow and collateral performance models.

Educational Requirements

• University (Degree) Preferred

Work Experience

• 3+ Years Required; 5+ Years Preferred

Physical Requirements

• Sedentary Work

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of ABS investing experience

Preferred Qualifications

• 7+ years of ABS investing experience
• CFA/MBA

Related Skills

• Accountability
• Asset Valuation
• Capital Markets
• Communication
• Consultative Communication
• Credit Analysis
• Financial Markets
• Investment Research/Analysis
• Negotiation
• Private Placement Investments
• Underwriting

Benefits And Total Rewards

The organization is committed to making financial well-being possible for its clients, and is equally committed to the well-being of our associates. That’s why we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to make a positive difference in the lives of our associates and their loved ones. Our benefits include a superior retirement program and highly competitive health, wellness and work life offerings that can help you achieve and maintain your best possible physical, emotional and financial well-being.