Capital Solutions Senior Associate

At Barings, we are as invested in our associates as we are in our clients. We recognize those who work diligently for us and reward them for personal and professional integrity, communication skills, distinct competencies and expertise in specific strategies, ability to collaborate as a team member and true dedication to the interests of our clients.

We thank you for your interest in joining the Barings team, and invite you to explore our current employment opportunities.

Title: Capital Solutions Senior Associate

Location: Charlotte, NC / New York, NY

The Capital Solutions team is seeking an investment associate who will be responsible for analyzing and evaluating a broad range of complex investment opportunities, including market dislocation, specialty asset finance, opportunistic lending, structured / preferred equity and distressed credit. The position will report to a senior investment professional on the Capital Solutions team.

Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct fundamental credit and equity analysis without any bias to industry or sector
• Conduct financial statement analysis and detailed financial modeling
• Prepare investment memos containing written description of borrower business operations, industry dynamics, financial performance, etc.
• Conduct ongoing portfolio monitoring to identify value creation opportunities and assist with internal and external reporting
• Perform due diligence and present new investment ideas 
• Meet with management teams, develop industry contacts, and utilize other information sources to develop investment theses
• Participate in restructuring processes when applicable
• Assist with special ad-hoc projects, presentations and initiatives

Qualifications

• Two to three years of experience working in finance with a strong preference for a background in investment banking, financial structuring and / or restructuring or special situations investing
• Ability to identify and work through complex situations to derive investment ideas that meet the return hurdles of the platform
• Strong negotiating skills and ability to converse effectively in a high pressure environment
• Commitment to task and an attention to detail
• Good personal skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Travel required
• Strong computer skills, specifically in Microsoft Office, Bloomberg, etc.

Base Salary: $130,000 +

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

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

FINANCIAL WELL-BEING

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

LIFE INSURANCE

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

TIME OFF, DISABILITY AND LEAVE OF ABSENCE

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

 OTHER BENEFITS

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