The Private Credit Manager is responsible for identifying, evaluating, executing and monitoring private credit fund and co-investment opportunities across investment themes globally (predominantly North America, Western Europe and Australasia)
This role combines analytical rigor with strategic thinking in a fast-paced environment to develop and manage a portfolio of private credit fund and co-investments that deliver strong risk-adjusted returns while supporting EIA's long-term investment objectives and the UAE's economic diversification goals
Strategic Responsibilities
Develop and implement private credit fund and co-investment strategies aligned with EIA's overall asset allocation framework
Identify emerging trends and opportunities in private credit markets through macroeconomic and industry research
Develop thematic investment views and sector-specific credit strategies
Monitor competitive landscape and stay abreast of market innovations and best practices
Build strategic relationships with key market participants including fund managers, sponsors, placement agents and other institutional investors
Core Responsibilities
Source, analyze, execute and monitor private credit fund and co-investment opportunities
Build and manage a portfolio of private credit fund and co-investments across direct lending, distressed debt, specialty finance, and structured credit opportunities
Conduct comprehensive due diligence, including financial modeling, stress testing, and scenario analysis
Prepare detailed investment memoranda and present investment recommendations to investment committees
Structure and negotiate investment terms, working closely with legal and risk management teams
Perform in-depth credit analysis to evaluate borrower / portfolio creditworthiness, capital structure, and risk mitigation strategies
Apply sophisticated risk assessment methodologies to quantify and manage credit, market, and liquidity risks
Monitor portfolio performance, risk exposures, and covenant compliance to optimize investment outcomes
Identify potential issues early and develop appropriate workout strategies for challenged investments
Maintain deep understanding of evolving regulatory frameworks impacting private credit investments
People & Leadership Responsibilities
Collaborate effectively with other investment teams across asset classes to develop integrated investment theses
Mentor junior team members and contribute to knowledge sharing across the organization
Work closely with legal, risk, compliance, and operations teams to ensure robust investment processes
Support the development of UAE National talent in line with EIA's Emiratization objectives
Represent EIA professionally in external forums and investment discussions
Requirements
Education & Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or related field; advanced degree (MBA, CFA) preferred
Experience Requirements
15 years of relevant experience in private credit / private equity manager selection, potentially coupled with prior leveraged finance / investment banking background
Demonstrated track record of successful private credit / private equity fund investing / manager selection and/or co-investments at an endowment / consultant / family office / HNWI / private banking
Experience in preparing comprehensive investment memoranda and conducting financial analysis, investment due diligence, and credit structuring
Ability to work under pressure in a small team with a broad investment mandate and a challenging performance benchmark
Technical Expertise / Skills / Knowledge
Investment Strategy: Advanced expertise in developing and implementing private credit investment strategies
Financial Analysis & Modeling: Expert ability to build comprehensive financial models for complex credit investments
Credit Assessment: Strong understanding of credit fundamentals, capital structures, and covenant analysis
Risk Assessment & Analysis: Advanced capabilities in identifying, analyzing, and mitigating investment risks
Portfolio Construction: Skill in building diversified credit portfolios with appropriate risk/return profiles
Market Knowledge: In-depth understanding of private credit markets, including direct lending, distressed debt, and structured products
