Vice President – Direct Lending (French Native)

Location: Paris or London

Language Requirement: Native French

Level: Vice President

Platform: Leading Tier 1 Global Asset Manager

The Firm

Our client is a Tier 1 global asset manager with a multi-billion AUM private credit platform and a market-leading direct lending franchise. The firm has a long-standing presence across Europe and is seeking a French native Vice President to support its continued growth in the French mid-market. This is a rare opportunity to join a blue-chip investment team with a strong track record, institutional processes, and robust deal flow.

The Role

As a Vice President within the Direct Lending team, you will play a central role in originating, evaluating, structuring, and executing private credit investments, with a particular focus on sponsor-backed transactions in France. You will work closely with senior investment professionals, contribute to investment committee discussions, and take ownership across the deal lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of private debt investments, including due diligence, financial modeling, credit analysis, and documentation
• Actively source and develop relationships with private equity sponsors, advisers, and corporates in the French market
• Present and defend investment opportunities to the global IC
• Oversee junior team members and help drive team efficiency and performance
• Monitor portfolio companies and support ongoing value creation and risk management

Candidate Profile

• Native-level French and fluent English
• 8–10 years of experience in direct lending, private credit, or leveraged finance (investment banking, debt advisory, or buyside)
• Demonstrated ability to lead transactions end-to-end, including deal structuring and negotiation
• Deep understanding of credit risk, capital structures, and legal frameworks
• Proven network in the French private equity ecosystem is a plus