Debt Capital Markets Associate

ITE Management, a leading investment manager and private equity firm specializing in the acquisition of transportation equipment and asset operating platforms in the infrastructure sector, is seeking an Associate to join its dynamic and successful Debt Capital Markets team in New York. Founded in 2014, ITE targets real asset investment opportunities that are cash yielding with downside protection, and benefit from a team with deep, longstanding relationships and financial and operating expertise.  Today, the firm manages over $9bn of assets globally across rail, intermodal, aviation, and emerging technology strategies with office locations in NYC, Chicago and St. Louis.

Responsibilities:

·       Supporting the debt capital markets process for the fund’s investment strategies– including negotiating and executing financing transactions in the secured and unsecured debt capital markets vis-a-vis revolving credit facilities, term loans, private placements, and issuances within the public capital markets.

·       Financial modeling and cashflow analysis for real asset portfolios.

·       Day-to-day monitoring of ITE’s debt portfolio, including covenant tracking, hedging positions, lender exposure, reporting needs, etc. across all asset verticals.

·       Coordinating closely with the asset and investment teams on execution processes for new investments.

·       Identifying and executing on future financing needs to help create the most efficient financing platform possible.

·       Managing third party advisors, including lending relationships, servicing partners, rating agencies, accountants, etc.

·       Preparing internal materials, including Investment Memorandums and transaction analyses for presentations to Investment Committee and other stakeholders.

·       Curating interest rate hedging products with the risk management team

Requirements

A minimum of 3 years of investment banking, investment firm or fund experience.

·       Structured Finance, Debt Capital Markets, or Leverage Finance experience is preferred.

·       Familiarity with transportation and infrastructure assets or general leasing is preferred.

·       Thorough understanding of the financial statements, financial modeling, and general financial calculations.

·       Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint skills is required.

·       Excellent analytical, written and verbal communication skills.

·       Extremely detail oriented and organized in approach.

·       Proactive in seeking out ways to add additional value beyond the core responsibilities of the role.

·       Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team.

·       Ability to manage a process from start to finish with true ownership in areas that might be new to both the individual and even the firm.

·       Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.

·       Tenacious and persistent with a willingness to go the extra mile to support the team and Firm.

Salary Range:

Estimated base salary range for this position is: $125,000-$145,000. Employees may also be eligible for an annual discretionary incentive compensation award. Actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, qualifications, and geographic location.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off
• Family Leave
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Hybrid Workplace