Job summary
Job post source
This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company.
Job overview
The Investment Associate role at Nextera Search supports the investment team by conducting detailed credit analysis and underwriting to inform investment decisions.
Responsibilities and impact
The associate will perform credit analysis, model loan tapes, analyze financial statements, manage complex datasets, draft investment memoranda, support deal execution and sourcing, and monitor portfolio company performance.
Experience and skills
Candidates need a bachelor's degree and 2-4 years of experience in private credit investing or related finance fields, strong credit underwriting knowledge, accounting principles, and advanced Excel skills; Alteryx experience is preferred.
Job location and travel
The position is based in the New York City office.
Company overview
Nextera Search is a specialized executive search and recruitment firm focused on connecting top-tier talent with leading organizations across various industries. The company generates revenue by providing tailored recruitment solutions, including retained and contingency search services, leveraging its extensive network and expertise to match clients with high-caliber professionals. Founded with a commitment to excellence, Nextera Search emphasizes building long-term relationships with both clients and candidates, ensuring mutual success. Candidates should note the firm's reputation for precision in identifying leadership talent and its client-centric approach to recruitment.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your experience in credit analysis, underwriting, and financial modeling, emphasizing your ability to assess investment opportunities and calculate projected returns.
Focus on showcasing your proficiency with Excel modeling, financial statement analysis, and handling complex datasets, as well as any experience with Alteryx or similar tools.
Apply through multiple channels including Nextera Search's corporate careers page, LinkedIn job postings, and specialized finance job boards to maximize your application reach.
Connect on LinkedIn with professionals in Nextera Search's investment or asset management teams; start conversations by referencing recent deals they've worked on or expressing interest in their approach to credit underwriting.
Optimize your resume for ATS by including keywords from the job description such as 'credit analysis,' 'underwriting,' 'financial modeling,' 'loan tapes,' and 'portfolio monitoring' to ensure your resume passes initial screenings.
Use Jennie Johnson's Power Apply feature to automate applying across multiple platforms, tailor your resume for ATS, and identify relevant LinkedIn contacts to network with, saving you time and increasing your chances of landing the role.
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