Merak Capital

Overview:We are seeking a Senior Private Credit Professional to join our growing private credit team. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in emerging markets, private debt/credit, or investment banking, with an ability to analyze and structure private credit transactions. This role is based in Mumbai but supports our Private Murabaha Fund, a Saudi-based investment vehicle, and will involve collaboration with Saudi-based investment professionals and exposure to cross-border financing transactions within the GCC.Key Responsibilities:- Credit & Financial Analysis: Lead in-depth financial modeling, credit underwriting, and cash flow assessments for investment opportunities.- Due Diligence: Conduct company, industry, and market due diligence to assess credit risk factors.- Investment Reports: Prepare investment memos, risk analysis reports, and credit recommendations for internal committees.- Portfolio Monitoring: Track borrower performance, financial covenants, and risk indicators, ensuring proactive risk management.- Regulatory Compliance: Support deal structuring within CMA (Saudi Capital Market Authority) and Shariah finance frameworks.- Market Research: Analyze emerging markets, corporate debt, and private credit trends, with a focus on GCC market characteristics.- Collaboration & Deal Execution: Work with Saudi-based investment teams on structuring and executing Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related field. Certifications are a plus (e.g. CFA).- 5-9 years of experience in private credit, structured lending, investment banking (leveraged finance preferred), or credit risk analysis.- Advanced financial modeling, credit structuring, and risk analysis.- Experience in analyzing mid-market or SME lending and structuring credit transactions.- Ability to work remotely and collaborate with international teams while managing multiple priorities.- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.- Exposure to cross-border transactions, emerging markets, or global private credit strategies is a plus.- MENA/GCC/KSA transaction experience is a plus. (ref:iimjobs.com)