We are working with a high-performing European special situations investment firm managing over $2 billion+ in AUM across both primary and secondary strategies. The platform invests in complex, event-driven opportunities across stressed/distressed debt, structured equity, and corporate special situations. The firm is seeking a Junior Investment Professional with 1-2 years of buyside or relevant investing experience.
This role offers significant exposure to deal execution, underwriting, and strategic portfolio work, with a focus on bespoke and non-standard situations.
Deal Support & Research
* Assist senior investment professionals in evaluating new special situations opportunities.
* Perform fundamental credit analysis and capital structure assessments in complex investment contexts.
* Conduct market and sector research to identify dislocated or transitional assets.
Underwriting & Execution
* Support underwriting processes including financial modeling, downside case testing, and return analysis.
* Prepare draft investment memoranda, internal briefings, and presentation materials.
* Assist in managing due diligence processes involving external advisors and counterparties.
* Contribute to execution workstreams, including documentation review and deal coordination.
Portfolio Support
* Help track portfolio performance, financial KPIs, and event milestones.
* Monitor covenant compliance, restructuring triggers, and liquidity positions.
* Participate in discussions around strategy, governance, and exit planning.
Fluency in a European language and experience in special situations, restructuring, or stressed credit analysis will be considered a strong plus.