Analyst, Investments

About 17Capital

17Capital is a private credit manager, specializing in NAV finance for the private equity industry. It provides non-dilutive capital to high-quality private equity management companies, funds, and institutional investors as part of their toolkit for value creation and portfolio management.

Founded in 2008, 17Capital has completed over 130 investments, deploying more than $20 billion alongside leading private equity franchises globally.

For more information, please go to www.17capital.com

Overview

The Investment team, a single team across both preferred equity and credit strategies, is responsible for the origination and execution of investments and consists of more than 30 professionals across New York and London.

Under the supervision of mid-level investment professionals, the Investment Analyst will take a role in sourcing, analysis, execution and monitoring of both preferred equity and credit investments, working on both US and European transactions as required.

Role & Responsibilities

Screen & analyse investment opportunities:

• Review preliminary information and conduct due diligence on underlying portfolio (by fund and/or company)
• Analysis of underlying portfolio managers, strategy, track record and investor base
• Build companies’ performance projections and cash flow models
• Assist in structuring and pricing of transactions and return underwriting
• Write summary investment memos and help the team to present to investment committee
• Assist in transaction execution and legal process

Monitoring existing portfolio:

• Review information received on existing investments
• Coordinate with investee managers when required
• Write investment reviews for quarterly reporting

Deal origination & marketing:

• Support the preparation of deal sourcing, fundraising, and investor update materials
• Screen, identify, and build relationships with appropriate deal flow targets
• Track and analyse performance of origination and marketing strategies
• Prepare materials for and participate in deal origination meetings

Other:

• Support the company’s values and culture
• Participate in strategic sessions and company offsites
• International travel as required for deal origination, monitoring and execution purposes

This job description is subject to the terms and conditions of an employee’s Employment Contract and associated policies. The employee shall perform such duties that are not written here as the Company may reasonably require.

Skillset required

• One (1) to three (3) years of experience in investment banking, leveraged finance, private credit, private equity secondaries, and/or equivalent experience
• Excellent academic credentials
• Outstanding analytical skills and attention to detail
• Good financial knowledge and basic aptitude in financial modelling
• A critical thinker with an active interest in alternative investment space
• A team player who is able to work in a collaborative, fast paced environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with willingness to present to small groups
• Fluency/professional proficiency in English with other languages as a plus
• Able to demonstrate honesty, integrity, and professionalism

We offer you:

• Career development, including comprehensive in-house training programme
• Opportunity to learn and grow whilst making a meaningful contribution to the continued expansion of 17Capital during an exciting time of the firm’s overall growth phase
• Opportunity to work on innovative and high-profile transactions with leading global financial sponsors
• Competitive reward and benefits

17Capital's values

Our values are the basis on which we build strong relationships with our clients, our investors and each other. They are the foundation of our business and integral to our continued ability to pioneer success.

Build trust – We behave and act in ways that earn trust

Embrace “different” – We embrace new ideas and constantly strive to discover new ways of doing things

Make things happen – We are agile and responsive in a way that delivers success for all our stakeholders

Strive for excellence – We act with professionalism and adhere to our high standards

17Capital is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, age, sexuality, gender identification, or physical ability. If you have a disability and need an adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please contact recruitment@17capital.com.