Connect Search, LLC
Overview
This range is provided by Connect Search, LLC. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range
$130,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr Additional compensation types
Annual Bonus Recruiting Professional and Industry Leader
Our client is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented
Investment
Operations Manager
to oversee daily operational functions across their private credit investment platform, with direct responsibility for
Collateralized Loan Obligations (CLOs), Credit Default Swaps (CDS), Commercial Real Estate (CRE) lending, and Business Development Company (BDC) structures . The ideal candidate will combine strong product knowledge, operational expertise, and leadership skills to ensure seamless execution, accurate reporting, and regulatory compliance within a growing credit investment business. Key Responsibilities
Operational Oversight Manage end-to-end operational processes for private credit investments, including CLOs, CDS, CRE loans, and BDC portfolios. Ensure accurate trade capture, settlement, and lifecycle management for syndicated loans, derivatives, and structured credit products. Oversee cash management, reconciliations, collateral tracking, and liquidity monitoring across portfolios. Partner with internal investment, risk, accounting, and compliance teams to support portfolio activity. Controls & Compliance
Implement and maintain robust operational controls to mitigate counterparty, credit, and operational risk. Ensure adherence to SEC, FINRA, and other regulatory requirements applicable to BDCs, derivatives, and structured credit vehicles. Support audit and regulatory reporting requirements for private credit strategies. Technology & Process Improvement
Drive automation and system enhancements to improve data accuracy, workflow efficiency, and transparency. Maintain and enhance operational systems supporting CLO, CDS, and CRE reporting and analytics. Collaborate with technology teams to implement reporting and risk infrastructure enhancements. Lead, mentor, and develop operations staff to support business growth and complexity. Build scalable processes and documentation to ensure consistency and knowledge transfer. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; MBA/CPA/CFA preferred. 5–10+ years of experience in credit operations, structured finance, or investment operations, preferably within private credit, hedge funds, or asset management. Deep knowledge of CLO structures, CDS lifecycle management, syndicated loan settlements, CRE lending operations, and BDC regulatory framework. Strong understanding of derivatives operations, trade processing, and credit documentation. Proven track record of implementing operational best practices and managing teams. Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Finance Industries
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This range is provided by Connect Search, LLC. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range
$130,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr Additional compensation types
Annual Bonus Recruiting Professional and Industry Leader
Our client is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented
Investment
Operations Manager
to oversee daily operational functions across their private credit investment platform, with direct responsibility for
Collateralized Loan Obligations (CLOs), Credit Default Swaps (CDS), Commercial Real Estate (CRE) lending, and Business Development Company (BDC) structures . The ideal candidate will combine strong product knowledge, operational expertise, and leadership skills to ensure seamless execution, accurate reporting, and regulatory compliance within a growing credit investment business. Key Responsibilities
Operational Oversight Manage end-to-end operational processes for private credit investments, including CLOs, CDS, CRE loans, and BDC portfolios. Ensure accurate trade capture, settlement, and lifecycle management for syndicated loans, derivatives, and structured credit products. Oversee cash management, reconciliations, collateral tracking, and liquidity monitoring across portfolios. Partner with internal investment, risk, accounting, and compliance teams to support portfolio activity. Controls & Compliance
Implement and maintain robust operational controls to mitigate counterparty, credit, and operational risk. Ensure adherence to SEC, FINRA, and other regulatory requirements applicable to BDCs, derivatives, and structured credit vehicles. Support audit and regulatory reporting requirements for private credit strategies. Technology & Process Improvement
Drive automation and system enhancements to improve data accuracy, workflow efficiency, and transparency. Maintain and enhance operational systems supporting CLO, CDS, and CRE reporting and analytics. Collaborate with technology teams to implement reporting and risk infrastructure enhancements. Lead, mentor, and develop operations staff to support business growth and complexity. Build scalable processes and documentation to ensure consistency and knowledge transfer. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; MBA/CPA/CFA preferred. 5–10+ years of experience in credit operations, structured finance, or investment operations, preferably within private credit, hedge funds, or asset management. Deep knowledge of CLO structures, CDS lifecycle management, syndicated loan settlements, CRE lending operations, and BDC regulatory framework. Strong understanding of derivatives operations, trade processing, and credit documentation. Proven track record of implementing operational best practices and managing teams. Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Finance Industries
Investment Banking Get notified about new Investment Operations Manager jobs in
Chicago, IL .
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