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Cerberus Capital Management · 4 weeks ago

Associate, Fund Formations

New York, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$140K/yr - $150K/yr

1+ years exp

Cerberus Capital Management is a global leader in alternative investing with a focus on credit, private equity, and real estate strategies. The Associate will participate in fundraising and fund formation, conducting investment analysis and supporting senior investment professionals throughout the deal lifecycle.

FinanceFinancial ServicesImpact Investing

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Build and maintain complex models (three-statement, DCF, LBO) to support fund structuring and investor presentations

Develop high-quality pitch decks, marketing presentations, and data-driven materials for institutional investors

Create, update, and interpret fund performance metrics, portfolio analytics, and investor reporting packages

Investor engage via calls and meetings with current and prospective investors, supporting negotiations and fund structuring discussions (structuring, negotiation, and forming of funds), and fund leverage providers for funds

Collaborate with operations, accounting, investor relations, and deal teams to ensure seamless execution of fund formation activities

Assist in negotiations with fund leverage providers and contribute to documentation and compliance processes

Lead comprehensive underwriting of new loan transactions, performing detailed credit analysis and risk assessment

Drive negotiations on investment terms and collaborate on legal documentation to ensure optimal deal structures

Oversee post-close portfolio monitoring, tracking performance and identifying potential risks through to payoff

Maintain accurate financial data by inputting key metrics into data management systems and preparing periodic reports for internal committees

Build and sustain relationships with Private Equity sponsor clients through regular interaction and strategic communication

Qualification

Financial modelingValuation techniquesCredit/debt asset classesData managementPresentation developmentAnalytical skillsMulti-taskingCommunication skillsRelationship-buildingSelf-motivated

Required

1-3 years of investment banking or other comparable finance / transaction-oriented experience with bachelors degree (leveraged finance or M&A deal experience preferred)

Advanced financial modeling(three statement, DCFs, LBOs) and valuation techniques

Familiarity with credit/debt asset classes and leveraged finance and accounting concepts

Self-motivated and strong work ethic

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills for investor interactions

Intellectual curiosity with strong analytical and critical thinking skills

Strong presentation development skills (PowerPoint, storytelling for investors)

Experience and / or keen interest in the credit / debt asset class

Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities

Advanced data management and analytics proficiency (Excel, CapitalIQ, Bloomberg)

Knowledge of fund formation processes, including structuring and legal considerations

Benefits

Annual discretionary bonus

Robust benefits package

Company

Cerberus Capital Management

Cerberus Capital Management is a private investment firm that focuses on operational private equity investments.

Founded in 1992

New York, New York, USA

501-1000 employees

http://www.cerberus.com

H1B Sponsorship

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