Pinnacle Private Credit · 1 day ago
Principal (Private Credit & Capital Markets)
NYC Metro Area
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/StaffPinnacle Private Credit is seeking an experienced Principal to lead lender relationships, originate institutional partnerships, and close private credit transactions. The role involves expanding the firm's lending capacity and acting as a senior representative in the private credit ecosystem.
Financial Services
Hiring Manager
Kirna Cabrera
Responsibilities
Originate, structure, and close private credit transactions and lending relationships averaging $5M–$50M
Develop and maintain senior-level relationships with:
Banks
Private credit funds
Family offices
Institutional capital partners
Lead lender discussions, negotiations, and execution from initial engagement through close
Expand existing lender relationships to increase capacity, improve pricing, and unlock new structures
Collaborate with internal investment, underwriting, and leadership teams to align credit strategy
Represent Pinnacle Private Credit at industry events, lender meetings, and strategic discussions
Serve as a trusted market-facing ambassador for the firm in the NYC private credit ecosystem
Qualification
Required
Proven experience in private credit, direct lending, specialty finance, or capital markets
Demonstrated ability to personally close $5M–$50M credit facilities or lending relationships
Strong existing network of lenders and institutional capital partners
Deep understanding of credit structures, risk, pricing, covenants, and leverage
Comfortable operating with high autonomy and ownership
NYC-based (or willing to relocate) with a strong desire to be onsite and relationship-focused
Preferred
Backgrounds may include: Private Credit Funds, Direct Lending Platforms, Specialty Finance Firms, BDCs or Credit Arms of PE Firms, Capital Markets / Structured Credit Teams
Benefits
Performance-driven bonus tied to capital originated and closed
Long-term incentive and/or equity potential for the right candidate
Company
Pinnacle Private Credit
Pinnacle Private Credit is a direct lending partner to mid-sized businesses a bold alternative to the traditional bank.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase