PGIM Private Capital, Direct Lending Principal (Southeast Region)

Job Classification:
Investment Management - Investments

A GLOBAL FIRM WITH A DIVERSE & INCLUSIVE CULTURE

As the Global Asset Management business of Prudential, we're always looking for ways to improve financial services. We're passionate about making a meaningful impact - touching the lives of millions and solving financial challenges in an ever-changing world.

We also believe talent is key to achieving our vision and are intentional about building a culture on respect and collaboration. When you join PGIM, you'll unlock a motivating and impactful career - all while growing your skills and advancing your profession at one of the world's leading global asset managers!

If you're not afraid to think differently and challenge the status quo, come and be a part of a dedicated team that's investing in your future by shaping tomorrow today. At PGIM, You Can!

What you will do:

The Direct Lending team of PGIM Private Capital (PPC) is seeking an experienced Investment Professional to lead a team responsible for driving PPC's Direct Lending strategy in the Southeastern region of the United States. This position will report to the Managing Director leading PPC's Direct Lending business in the Southeast and Central US. PPC's Direct Lending business is headquartered in Chicago.

What you can expect:

• Manage and develop a team of investment professionals that will be responsible for originating and managing direct lending investments in the Southeastern region of the US
• Originate new direct lending financings, typically ranging in size from $25 to $200 million
• Develop relationships with private equity sponsors and intermediaries within the geographic territory
• Work closely with legal team to successfully negotiate covenants and other provisions within loan documents
• Responsible for the management and development of investment professionals within the Direct Lending group
• Work closely with the Managing Director leading the Southeast region, and other leaders in the group, to successfully accomplish the objectives of the Alternatives/Direct Lending organization

• 10+ years of experience in the corporate finance lending industry
• Strong analytic and investment skills and a proven track record in making and/or managing senior debt investments over time
• Excellent client relationship skills: Existing relationships with private equity sponsors in the Southeast region is a plus.
• Ability to distill and then to clearly and concisely communicate complex issues to a variety of decision makers and audiences
• Excellent presentation and communication skills; having an ability to communicate results and influence decisions and direction at the senior management level
• Ability to travel is required

• MBA and/or CFA designation

• Market competitive base salaries, with a yearly bonus potential at every level.
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), and leave of absences, such as parental and military leave.
• 401(k) plan with company match (up to 4%).
• Company-funded pension plan.
• Wellness Programsincluding up to $1,600 a year for reimbursement of items purchased to support personal wellbeing needs.
• Work/Life Resources to help support topics such as parenting, housing, senior care, finances, pets, legal matters, education, emotional and mental health, and career development.
• Education Benefit to help finance traditional college enrollment toward obtaining an approved degree and many accredited certificate programs.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Shares can be purchased at 85% of the lower of two prices (Beginning or End of the purchase period), after one year of service.