Vice President, Emerging Markets Debt

Our Company

Oaktree is a leader among global investment managers specializing in alternative investments, with $193 billion in assets under management as of June 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 1,200 employees and offices in 19 cities worldwide. We believe our competitive advantage includes our uniform investment philosophy, global platform and most importantly, our highly skilled employees.  Oaktree is committed to cultivating a culture that encourages collaboration, intellectual stimulation, training and career development, diversity and inclusion and support to our communities through philanthropy.   

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Scope and Responsibilities

Based in Stamford, Connecticut, the Oaktree Emerging Markets Debt team is seeking a Vice President to work within the Emerging Markets Opportunities and Emerging Market Debt funds (“EMD Funds”).  The EMD Funds specialize in opportunistic, value-based investing but have a broad mandate and can invest across the capital structure and in various asset classes and industries in emerging market geographies.  The VP will participate in all investment functions and portfolio management activities, including: 

• Preparing detailed financial modeling;
• Performing quantitative and qualitative analysis; 
• Developing and enhancing business and industry due diligence;
• Participating in deal structuring, legal documentation and negotiations;
• Recommending  investment ideas; and,
• Monitoring the performance of existing portfolio investments.

Experience Required

• A minimum of 5 years of investment experience with a top-tier investment firm, investment bank or credit-oriented hedge fund.
• Exceptional skills in analyzing and presenting investment opportunities, including: business and industry analysis, company valuation, credit analysis, negotiations and structuring.
• Demonstrated competency in financial statement analysis, business valuation, accounting and finance.
• Experience working with or analyzing companies in emerging markets is preferred, but not required. Restructuring experience is also preferred, but not required.

Personal Attributes

• The successful candidate will be a self-starter;
• Highly skilled in modeling investments in Microsoft Excel;
• Outstanding initiative and a strong work ethic;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Must be able to prioritize and manage multiple competing tasks;
• Strong problem-solving skills combined with solid business acumen; and
• Team-oriented with strong integrity and professionalism.

Education

Degree from a top tier undergraduate university or college.

The base salary for this role will be $225,000-250,000 plus a discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits package

Equal Opportunity Employment Policy

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