Director - Credit Portfolio Manager (Lima)

About Patria Patria is a leading alternative investment firm with 37 years of experience, specializing in key resilient sectors. Our distinctive approach combines insights from investment leaders, sector experts, and company managers, all supported by extensive local and global knowledge. Leveraging over US$50 billion in assets and a strong general presence, we deliver attractive, consistent returns by crafting unique, long‑term investment opportunities for our clients and building a lasting legacy in the regions we serve. Director, Credit Portfolio Manager – Perú The position will be responsible for leading identification, origination, structuring, and execution of credit investment opportunities in the Peruvian market, for both locally and regionally focused strategies investing in credit, and for taking a leadership role in the portfolio management of the local credit strategies focused on Peruvian fixed‑income. 1. Investment Expertise
- Origination, structuring and execution of investment opportunities identified in the Peruvian market; both for USD private debt and local currency.
- Close coordination, reporting and teamwork with key Patria's regional credit teams on originating, structuring, and executing investment opportunities.
- Lead portfolio management responsibility of Peruvian credit focused strategies leveraging Patria's credit platform, tailored and adapted to local market conditions and investor needs.
- Lead investment due diligence process, ensuring thorough evaluation of investment opportunities, liaising with local advisors, regulators (when applicable), authorities, etc.
- Thorough understanding of the local corporate credit market, relevant participants, economic groups, industry dynamics, vast network and access, as well as an impeccable reputation. Work in partnership with the compliance team to develop and implement robust risk management frameworks to mitigate potential investment and regulatory risks.
- Leading with the local Commercial, Legal and Fund Services teams the development of credit funds and investment vehicles in the Peruvian market. 2. Strategic & Corporate Leadership
- Develop and execute a strategic plan for the local credit platform, aligning it with organizational goals and local market opportunities, worked in close coordination with the Sales team.
- Fully engage and represent Patria's core values and principles, becoming a senior representative of Patria's corporate culture and the credit vertical with the different stakeholders (i.e. local authorities, regulators, entrepreneur's community, local media, investors, shareholders, when applicable). 3. Fundraising
- Work in close coordination with the commercial team, identifying possible new credit product/solution opportunities.
- Represent Patria's Credit platform in Perú for roadshowing to clients and/or relevant events in partnership with other members of Patria's Credit platform. 4. Operational and Team Development
- As needed, establish, lead and manage a high‑performing team dedicated to the Peruvian credit side of Patria's credit platform.
- Lead the design and implementation of operational processes and systems to support an efficient domestic fund management platform, with flawless investment execution. Ideal Candidate Profile Experience
- Minimum of 10‑15 years in credit/investment banking (ECM, project finance, M&A;), with significant experience in origination, structuring and managing credit portfolios. Competences
- Expertise in credit origination, structuring, investment analysis and portfolio management.
- Problem‑solving skills and strategic thinking.
- Strong presentation skills for presenting investment cases in front of Patria's credit investment committee.
- Proven ability to invest, structure and execute credit transactions under a complex regulatory framework and volatile market environment.
- Excellent communication, extensive network, and ability to build and maintain strong relationships with diverse stakeholders.
- Understanding of the local regulatory framework for funds and credit. Languages
- Native in Spanish, fluent in English, proficient in Portuguese. Attributes
- Strong autonomy and internal drive, while ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and global strategies.
- Ability to work independently while closely coordinating with Patria's regional credit team and Commercial team.
- Flexibility, capacity to adapt to a growing and changing team, and ability to travel frequently.
- Leadership and team management skills, with strong entrepreneurial drive. Potential Backgrounds
- Expertise in origination and structuring credit for Peruvian issuers.
- Portfolio managing expertise in Peruvian credit.
- Experience in investment banking, with a focus on credit products in Perú.
- Investment management or related financial services experience.
- Leadership positions in credit‑focused asset management firms. Work Environment It isn't just the performance that matters. We also care about the way we achieve our targets. We view our way of working as a differentiator, which contributes to retaining the best team, establishing long‑term relationships with clients, expanding to other countries, and attracting investors and partners who allow us to generate superior returns. How we do it:
- Ethical
- Aligned to Our Clients' Objectives
- Associative and Complementary
- United by a Purpose
- Disciplined, Criteria‑driven and Hands‑on
- Environment that Fosters High‑Performance Diversity At Patria we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Our employment policies strictly prohibit all forms of discrimination on any of the grounds in relevant laws. All our employment practices are solely based on individual merit and our organization's needs at the time. #J-18808-Ljbffr Postúlate en Kit Empleo: kitempleo.pe/empleo/ynjp5