Senior Associate/Vice President, Global Private Debt - Restructuring presso Oaktree

Our Company
Oaktree is a leading global investment management firm focused on alternative markets, with an estimated $203 billion in assets under management as of March 31, 2025. The firm emphasizes an opportunistic, value-oriented and risk-controlled approach to investments in distressed debt, corporate debt (including high yield debt and senior loans), control investing, convertible securities, real estate and listed equities. Headquartered in Los Angeles, the firm has over 1200 employees and offices in 24 cities worldwide.

For additional information please visit our website at www.oaktreecapital.com.

Responsibilities

Oaktree is seeking a Senior Associate / Vice President focused on restructuring.  The candidate will be the second member of a new and dynamic restructuring-focused team within the $[30 billion] Global Private Debt strategy, reporting directly to the Head of Restructuring.  The restructuring team is an integral part of the performing credit investment team at Oaktree and works side-by-side with industry specialists who source, underwrite, and structure new positions.  The candidate will participate in all transaction functions and portfolio management activities related to the strategy’s stressed and distressed credit positions, including:

• Assisting with complex, multi-party negotiations, including representing Oaktree in meetings with other stakeholders;

• Monitoring the performance of existing investments with a focus on covenants, liquidity, and financial flexibility;
• Developing detailed financial models to analyze the impact of potential restructuring transactions;
• Communicating effectively with outside advisors to advance Oaktree’s strategy;
• Performing qualitative business and industry due diligence in collaboration with the broader investment team;
• Participating in underwriting and structuring of new investments to ensure downside protection; and
• Presenting investment recommendations to portfolio management

Qualifications

• 2 years of restructuring investment banking analyst experience plus 2-4 years in asset management, direct lending or private equity, ideally focused on credit investments;
• Experience analyzing and negotiating debt restructuring transactions in a principal capacity;
• Demonstrated ability to execute independently on multiple projects with limited oversight;
• Polish/presence to work with senior professional at other firms and senior members of company management; 
• Working knowledge of restructuring legal framework, including bankruptcy law;
• Outstanding financial modeling and analytical skills; and
• Demonstrated competency in financial statement analysis, business valuation, accounting and finance.

Personal Attributes

• Must have outstanding initiative and be a self-starter
• Demonstrate non-linear thinking and have excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple competing tasks
• Strong motivation to cultivate and expand network of relationships within the restructuring community
• Collaborative, team-oriented, intellectually curious individual with strong sense of integrity and professionalism

Education

A Bachelor’s degree with honors from a top university or college is required.

Equal Opportunity Employment Policy

Oaktree is committed to diversity and to equal opportunity employment. Oaktree does not make employment decisions on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, past or present physical or mental disability, HIV status, medical condition as defined by state law (genetic characteristics or cancer), pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran status, military service,  marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic violence victim status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state and local laws and ordinances. This policy applies to hiring, placement, internal promotions, training, opportunities for advancement, recruitment advertising, transfers, demotions, layoffs, terminations, recruitment advertising, rates of pay and other forms of compensation and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment.

This policy applies to all Oaktree applicants, employees, clients, and contractors.

Base Salary Range

Senior Associate: $170,000

Vice President: $250,000 - $275,000

In addition to a competitive base salary, you will be eligible to receive discretionary bonus incentives, a comprehensive benefits package and a flexible work arrangement.  The base salary offered will be commensurate with experience and/or qualifications, industry knowledge and expertise, as well as prior training and education.

Equal Opportunity Employment Policy

Oaktree is committed to diversity and to equal opportunity employment. Oaktree does not make employment decisions on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, past or present physical or mental disability, HIV status, medical condition as defined by state law (genetic characteristics or cancer), pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran status, military service, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic violence victim status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state and local laws and ordinances. This policy applies to hiring, placement, internal promotions, training, opportunities for advancement, recruitment advertising, transfers, demotions, layoffs, terminations, recruitment advertising, rates of pay and other forms of compensation and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment. This policy applies to all Oaktree applicants, employees, clients, and contractors. Staff members wishing to report violations or suspected violations of this policy should contact the head of their department or Human Resources.

For positions based in Los Angeles

For those applying for a position in the city of Los Angeles, the firm will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.