Associate, Capital Markets (ABL/Back Leverage/Lender Finance)

Our Company

Oaktree is a leader among global investment managers specializing in alternative investments, with $205 billion in assets under management as of September 30, 2024. The firm emphasizes an opportunistic, value-oriented and risk-controlled approach to investments in credit, private equity, real assets and listed equities.  The firm has over 1200 employees and offices in 23 cities worldwide.

We are committed to cultivating an environment that is collaborative, curious, inclusive and honors diversity of thought. Providing training and career development opportunities and emphasizing strong support for our local communities through philanthropic initiatives are essential to our culture.

For additional information please visit our website at www.oaktreecapital.com.

Responsibilities

Oaktree has created a centralized capital solutions team in 2025 and is seeking an Associate to assist with asset-based, back leveraged and lender finance facilities across all our funds. The capital solutions team is newly formed in 2025 and has the mandate to centralize financing across the firm, with tremendous white space to create a new business within an a long established asset manager. This is a fantastic career track opportunity to join a lean team working directly with senior leadership. It is an opportunity to join a new 4-person team. This person has the option to be based in either the Los Angeles or New York office.

1. Assist with transaction execution & structuring of asset-based, back leverage and lender finance facilities:

• Coordinate with lenders, external counsel and internal teams (accounting, legal, finance, investment teams, tax, KYC) to facilitate transaction documentation and compliance
• Continually monitor facilities and make recommendations to upsize/downsize as appropriate
• Arranging and running financing processes for facilities; putting together the data room, loan tape, construction of lender grid and management of various institutions during that process
• Maintain standard execution processes

2. Build effective working relationships with banks and internal stakeholders

• Serve as internal contact for fund finance inquiries from portfolio managers, relationship managers, investment professionals, corporate and accounting teams

3. Reporting and Data Management:

• Prepare presentations and reports for internal stakeholders and external partners, ensuring accuracy and clarity
• Partner with the accounting team to help develop a framework for tracking credit facility utilization
• Address day-to-day inquiries related to credit facilities from internal teams, lenders, third parties
• Assist with the creation and maintenance of a master data base for asset-based, back leveraged and leverage finance facilities

• Assist with implementation of 3rd party workflow management software
• Maintain and oversee the wallet share and legal fee tracking database, handling regular and ad hoc reporting requests
• Liaise with data management, information solutions to automate as much of the work as possible

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years of business experience, which may include a background in investment banking, finance, capital markets and funding
• Outstanding analytical and project management skills
• Ability to manage tasks with competing priorities and deadlines, while independently driving projects to completion
• Expertise at preparing and reviewing complex financial models

Personal Attributes

• The individual must have exceptional financial modeling skills and be very advanced in the use of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI/Python/Database experience is preferred

• The successful candidate must demonstrate considerable initiative and be a self-starter
• The candidate must have excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• The individual will be team-oriented and collaborative and must possess strong integrity and professionalism
• Ability to interface with different stakeholders and demonstrate strong problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree required.

Base Salary Range

$140,000 - $180,000

In addition to a competitive base salary, you will be eligible to receive discretionary bonus incentives, a comprehensive benefits package and a flexible work arrangement.  The base salary offered will be commensurate with experience and/or qualifications, industry knowledge and expertise, as well as prior training and education.

Equal Opportunity Employment Policy

Oaktree is committed to diversity and to equal opportunity employment. Oaktree does not make employment decisions on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, past or present physical or mental disability, HIV status, medical condition as defined by state law (genetic characteristics or cancer), pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran status, military service, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic violence victim status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state and local laws and ordinances. This policy applies to hiring, placement, internal promotions, training, opportunities for advancement, recruitment advertising, transfers, demotions, layoffs, terminations, recruitment advertising, rates of pay and other forms of compensation and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment. This policy applies to all Oaktree applicants, employees, clients, and contractors. Staff members wishing to report violations or suspected violations of this policy should contact the head of their department or Human Resources.

For positions based in Los Angeles

For those applying for a position in the city of Los Angeles, the firm will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.