Investment Professional - Originations

Job description

The Firm Founded in 1988, Prospect Capital is an alternative asset management firm with $9.4B of assets under management, and pursues multiple strategies in the US, including direct lending, private equity, real estate private equity, and structured credit. Prospect has permanent capital and utilizes a long-term, value-oriented approach that employs fundamental bottoms-up research to identify investments that offer attractive risk and reward. With offices in New York City, Connecticut, and Florida, the firm is comprised of 130+ experienced professionals who value entrepreneurship, intellectual rigor, hard work and continuous improvement. Role and Responsibilities: Prospect is seeking a highly motivated Investment Professional to join its Lower Middle Market Equity (LMME) initiative with a primary focus on deal origination and sourcing. This individual will be responsible for driving deal flow, developing and managing key relationships, and leading transactions through closing, while contributing to the overall growth and strategy of the platform. Key responsibilities include: Source, evaluate, and qualify new investment opportunities in the lower middle market (typically $3–15 million EBITDA) Develop and maintain relationships with investment banks, business brokers, private equity sponsors, advisors, and company owners. Participate in and grow into leading all aspects of the investment process, including idea generation, origination, evaluation, underwriting, negotiating, closing, and exiting Structure and negotiate complex investments across the capital structure Desired Skills and Experience Demonstrated success in originating and developing new deal flow in the lower middle market Deep relationships and established network across the lower middle market ecosystem. Relevant experience in private credit, direct lending, leveraged finance, or private equity Solid understanding of credit fundamentals and investment evaluation. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a professional presence. Ownership mentality, entrepreneurial drive, and a self-starter mindset. Highly organized and able to manage multiple opportunities simultaneously. Prior experience in private credit, investment banking, private equity, or another analytical, transaction-oriented role preferred. Strong academic track record. The anticipated annual base salary range for this position is $100,000 - $300,000 plus annual discretionary performance-based bonus. Actual pay may be adjusted based on experience and performance. In addition to the base salary, the hired professional is eligible for comprehensive benefits, including 100% employer-paid premiums for medical, dental, vision insurance, life insurance, and AD&D. You'll also have access to pretax benefit accounts, including FSA, HSA, and Commuter accounts. Our perks go beyond the basics with a mentorship program, daily in-office paid breakfast and lunch, company-sponsored ski and sailing trips, and regular happy hours. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.