Your mission
Bright Capital is looking to hire an Investment Analyst (f/m/d) for its Frankfurt office to support the private debt investment team. In this role, you will be involved in the entire investment lifecycle, from origination and underwriting to portfolio management and investor reporting. You will work closely with senior management and contribute to the evaluation, execution, and monitoring of investments in the European lower mid-market.
Key Responsibilities:
* Investment Origination & Analysis: Assist in sourcing and assessing private debt investment opportunities from corporates, sponsors, and intermediaries (e.g., debt advisors, corporate finance boutiques, lawyers).
* Financial Modeling & Credit Papers: Prepare detailed financial models, scenario analyses, and investment memorandums to support decision-making.
* Due Diligence & Execution: Support the due diligence process (buy-side and independent DD), help structure transactions, and assist in preparing credit committee papers.
* Portfolio Management: Monitor existing investments, analyze performance, and provide analytical support to ensure optimal portfolio outcomes.
Your profile
We are looking for an individual with excellent technical and modelling competencies, an
entrepreneurial attitude, and great German market knowledge as well as language skills to join our
investment team.
Key skills and experience include:
* Previous experience across leveraged finance, debt advisory, or other relevant PE or investment banking experience during your studies
* Recent graduate (master preferred) of Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Business Engineering/Mathematics/Informatics, or similar at a top tier university
* Ability to work on multiple deals concurrently and quickly identify key issues
* Highly commercial with strong business acumen is essential
* Good understanding of the DACH corporate/sponsor market, with a particular focus on the small to mid-cap space
* Entrepreneurial and self-starting attitude to match our dynamic culture
* Strong communication skills and fluency in German and English
Why us?
* Room for Innovation: Bring your ideas to life in a dynamic environment.
* Modern Workspace: Stylish office, top-notch equipment, and the latest tech.
* Flexible Work Setup: Hybrid work options and a provided laptop & phone.
* Team Spirit: A supportive, collaborative culture with flat hierarchies.
* Perks & Benefits: Fitness offers, team events, fresh fruit, free drinks, and a fully equipped staff kitchen.
* Career Growth: Continuous learning and development opportunities.
* Great Location: Well-connected to public transportation.
* Job Security: A permanent position in a future-focused company.
Ready to take the next step? Join us and grow your career in private debt!
About us
Bright Capital is a leading private debt investor in the European lower middle market. With a proven track record, we excel in generating superior returns for our investors. At Bright Capital, we leverage our extensive financing expertise to identify unique sponsored and non-sponsored investment opportunities. Our commitment to excellence is evident in our tailored approach to private debt investments, providing individual financing solutions including senior debt and flex equity alongside debt investments. We prioritize partnerships with companies that show significant value creation potential and help them unlock their full potential and drive growth. The cornerstone of our strategy – delivering superior returns – is our dedicated investment team, which analyses and develops investment opportunities with great dedication, attention to detail, and passion to unlock investment opportunities.