Venture Lending Associate

Covalto is seeking a Senior Associate to join the Global Venture Lending team. This is a highly technical role focused on the analysis, structuring, and management of complex credit investments across the Americas. You will act as a key execution lead for the platform, responsible for driving deals from initial due diligence through to closing and portfolio monitoring. In the short term, you will manage one direct report and assist the Managing Director in scaling the team by hiring and onboarding additional resources. Key Responsibilities • Deal Execution: Lead the development and rigorous review of financial and credit models, including detailed cash flow forecasting, scenario analysis, and stress testing. • Due Diligence: Coordinate comprehensive due diligence processes, interfacing directly with management teams and venture sponsors to evaluate business models and creditworthiness. • Structuring: Design and analyze transaction structures, including collateral packages, restrictive covenants, and risk mitigation strategies tailored to high-growth companies. • Investment Committee: Prepare and present high-conviction investment memorandums and credit papers to the Investment Committee. • Legal & Closing: Support the negotiation of legal documentation and the execution of transacti