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Principal, Fund Operations - Private Credit

Selby JenningsManhattan, NY🇺🇸United StatesPosted Oct 16, 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This Principal, Fund Operations role offers a fantastic opportunity to lead the operational launch and management of an innovative private credit fund, leveraging cutting-edge technology for enhanced efficiency. You'll thrive here if you have extensive experience in private credit fund operations and a passion for driving scalable process improvements within a collaborative, hybrid work environment. Don't miss out on this chance to make a significant impact and advance your career in private markets.

Quick Overview

Seniority
Leader
Employment type
Full Time
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Manhattan, NY, United States
Posted
2 days ago
CPADue DiligenceForecastingPortfolio Management

Job Description

Key Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field; CPA or advanced degree preferred.
  • 10+ years of experience in private credit fund operations, fund finance, or fund accounting oversight.
  • Strong understanding of direct lending and distressed credit investments.
  • Experience with evergreen fund structures and their operational requirements.
  • Knowledge of fund structures, allocations, capital activity, liquidity management, valuations, and fee calculations.
  • Experience launching or managing complex private market investment vehicles.
  • Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and manage external service providers.
  • Experience leveraging technology, automation, and AI to improve operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support the launch and ongoing oversight of a cross-border evergreen private credit fund.
  • Manage cash forecasting, capital calls, distributions, subscriptions, and liquidity planning.
  • Oversee fund models, performance reporting, fee calculations, and investor allocations.
  • Ensure compliance with fund governing documents, regulations, and internal policies.
  • Support investor reporting, due diligence requests, and management presentations.
  • Enhance controls, reporting processes, data governance, and operational workflows. Partner with Portfolio Management, Legal, Tax, Compliance, Accounting, and Investor Relations teams.
  • Identify and resolve operational risks while driving scalable process improvements

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