Analyst, Credit Underwriting (CHI)

JOB DESCRIPTION

Reporting to a Managing Director or Senior Vice President of Credit Underwriting in the Chicago office, this person will help lead deal teams in the underwriting, structuring and documentation of middle market cash flow loans for private equity-backed transactions, including leveraged buyouts, dividend recapitalizations, add-on acquisitions and refinancings.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• As a member of a deal team, you will conduct financial and business due diligence including company and industry research, cash flow modeling, financial analysis, and so forth to determine the creditworthiness of prospective borrowers.
• You will assist in the preparation of credit memos and have the opportunity to present the underwriting results and recommendations to an investment committee.
• Throughout the deal process you will interact with various stakeholders, including equity sponsors, company management teams, investment bankers, sponsor coverage, capital markets and credit professionals, legal counsel, loan closers and operations personnel.
• As an account manager, you will be responsible for monitoring the performance of assigned loan accounts, including on-going compliance with loan agreements and internal policies.
  • You will maintain borrower relationships and communicate directly with respective management teams.
  • You will ensure proper records and associated documents are maintained on an on-going basis.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree with 1-3 year's related experience including, but not limited to: finance, accounting or credit.
• Analytical capability: strong ability to analyze and evaluate data, formulate accurate conclusions and develop actions plans accordingly.
• Proven critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Collaboration skills: Works effectively in cross functional team environment.
• Strong work ethic; comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Communication skills: Clearly articulate view point verbally and in writing, fostering confidence when sharing/presenting information.
• Proven ability to deliver consistent, reliable and timely execution in a time-sensitive transactional role.
• Highly proficient in MS Office; PowerPoint, Excel, Word.

THE FINE PRINT

• Must have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.
• Must be willing to comply with pre-employment screening, including but not limited to drug testing, reference verification, and background check.
• Must be willing to work from the Chicago office.

A reasonable estimate of the current base salary range at time of posting is below. Base salary does not include other forms of compensation or benefits. Actual base salary within the specified range is comprised of several components, including but not limited to applicant's skills, prior relevant experience, specific degrees and certifications, job responsibilities, market considerations and, if applicable, the location of the position.

This role is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus (based on company, business unit and individual performance).

Our benefit offerings include medical, dental and vision coverage, employer paid short & long-term disability and life insurance, 401(k), profit sharing, paid time off, Maven family & fertility benefit, parental leave (including adoption, surrogacy, and foster placement), as well as other voluntary benefits.  

Salary Range

$100,000—$110,000 USD

Antares is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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To learn more, visit www.antares.com. Antares is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Salary : $100,000 - $110,000