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Private Credit

Private credit executive search

Private credit is one of the fastest-growing areas of private markets, and the competition for experienced credit investors is intense. Shuttle hires for direct lending, special situations and opportunistic credit funds across Europe and the US.

Roles we place

Who we hire

  • Associates and Senior Associates from leveraged finance, restructuring and credit banking
  • VPs, Directors and Principals with origination and underwriting track records
  • Partners and heads of strategy

Our view

What we look for

Great credit investors combine downside thinking, documentation skill and sponsor relationships. We assess for underwriting judgement, origination networks and experience through a cycle, not just deal volume.

FAQ

Common questions

Which private credit strategies do you cover?

Direct lending, unitranche, special situations, distressed and opportunistic credit.

Can you find candidates moving from banking into private credit?

Yes. We map leveraged finance, restructuring and credit bank professionals and assess who is ready for a buy-side seat.

Do you hire origination roles?

Yes. We assess sponsor coverage and deal flow, not only titles.

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