Associate (2026) - Investment Team

Capital Southwest Corporation

$80K — $95K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3-4 years of experience in private credit, commercial lending, investment banking, or similar roles
  • Proficiency in financial modeling and analysis, especially in Microsoft Excel
  • Familiarity with corporate finance, accounting, and valuation techniques
  • Capable of working autonomously and taking responsibility within a small team
  • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Strong sense of professionalism and a proactive attitude
  • Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the investment underwriting and portfolio management process
  • Conduct financial modeling to support investment decisions
  • Prepare and present materials for investment committee meetings
  • Perform industry research relevant to investment evaluation
  • Monitor portfolio companies and track their performance
  • Support the team in managing the active investment pipeline
  • Help prepare marketing materials and track business development efforts

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a dynamic and focused team environment
  • Engagement in all stages of investment management
  • Hands-on experience in private credit and portfolio management
  • Scope for professional development and skill enhancement
  • Direct involvement in preparing for high-stakes investment meetings
Full Job Description
Role: Senior Associate (Private Credit)

Location: Dallas, Texas (In-Person)

Role Overview: The Associate will be involved in all aspects of the investment underwriting and portfolio management process. Key responsibilities will include assisting with financial modeling, preparing and presenting investment committee materials, performing industry research to assist in investment decision making, helping to monitor portfolio companies, developing comparable public company and private transaction valuation analyses, aiding the deal team in monitoring the active investment pipeline, preparing for weekly investment team meetings, assisting with marketing material preparation, and tracking business development activities.

Qualifications:
  • Up to 3-4 years of experience in private credit, commercial lending, investment banking, or related investment professional roles
  • Strong financial modeling and analytical capabilities, including experience and aptitude in Microsoft Excel
  • Knowledge of corporate finance, accounting, and valuation methodologies
  • Ability to operate with autonomy and accountability in a small, execution-focused team
  • Strong communication skills including writing/composition, oral, and listening skills
  • Must possess a good attitude, be dedicated, have initiative and motivation, attention to detail, teamwork, professionalism, and a developing interest in credit investing
  • Be a team player and affable
  • Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or related field

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