Position Overview
At Apollo, we are building something rare: a firm where extraordinary people can do the best work of their careers and build whole careers here. We play to win, we operate with no walls, and we are uncompromising about what we expect from one another. This is a place where the best idea wins, every voice is expected to be heard, and we can count on each other in the moments that matter. That is what it means to be One Apollo. Learn more about Apollo’s core culture principles here!
The Role
The Corporate Credit Underwriting Associate will work as part of the direct lending team on all stages of the investment process and will focus on a variety of different industries. Responsibilities for the Associate will include modeling, quantitative financial analysis, industry research and understanding/monitoring portfolios for investments. The successful candidate will be a core member of the investment team and will have the opportunity to play an active and integral role in the investment process analyzing credits across multiple industries.
Primary Responsibilities
- Provide analytical and project support for all investment related activities; construct financial models, sensitivity analyses, comparable analyses and other discrete financial analyses as well as industry research across multiple industries
- Conduct exploratory research and perform analytics on potential investment opportunities alongside members of the team
- Play an active role on the deal team in analyzing and synthesizing new investment opportunities, along with providing assistance during legal documentation
- Develop, present and discuss investment committee memoranda and materials with senior team members
- Develop meaningful relationships with management teams as part of the investment process
- Assist the team with additional ad hoc projects, including but not limited to portfolio monitoring, reporting, investor requests and presentations
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree required with a degree in finance, accounting, economics preferred; Coursework in finance and accounting preferred with strong grasp on the fundamentals of financial markets
- At least 2 years of experience in credit investing, investment banking (Leveraged Finance backgrounds strongly preferred) or a combination of both
- Proven track record of academic and professional success and achievement
- Strong interest in credit investing and specifically in the private credit and direct lending industries
- Previous experience with/knowledge of credit agreements and/or bond indentures is preferred
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills a must; Strong written and verbal communication skills also required
- Nimble and flexible to balance multiple tasks simultaneously with strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
- Candidate must have the desire and ability to take initiative on tasks and responsibilities
- Collaborative and able to effectively communicate within lean investment teams as well as able to work independently
- Excels in a rigorous and fast-paced team-oriented work environment
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
About Apollo
Apollo is a high-growth, global alternative asset manager. In our asset management business, we seek to provide our clients excess return at every point along the risk-reward spectrum from investment grade credit to private equity. For more than three decades, our investing expertise across our fully integrated platform has served the financial return needs of our clients and provided businesses with innovative capital solutions for growth. Through Athene, our retirement services business, we specialize in helping clients achieve financial security by providing a suite of retirement savings products and acting as a solutions provider to institutions. Our patient, creative, and knowledgeable approach to investing aligns our clients, businesses we invest in, our employees, and the communities we impact, to expand opportunity and achieve positive outcomes. As of August 2025, Apollo had approximately $908billion of assets under management. To learn more, please visit www.apollo.com.
Our Purpose & Core Values
Our clients rely on our investment acumen to help secure their future. We must never lose our focus and determination to be the best investors and most trusted partners on their behalf. We strive to be:
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The leading provider of retirement income solutions to institutions, companies, and individuals.
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The leading provider of capital solutions to companies. Our breadth and scale enable us to deliver capital for even the largest projects – and our small firm mindset ensures we will be a thoughtful and dedicated partner to these organizations. We are committed to helping them build stronger businesses.
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A leading contributor to addressing some of the biggest issues facing the world today – such as energy transition, accelerating the adoption of new technologies, and social impact – where innovative approaches to investing can make a positive difference.
We are building a unique firm of extraordinary colleagues who:
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Outperform expectations
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Challenge Convention
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Champion Opportunity
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Lead responsibly
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Drive collaboration
As One Apollo team, we believe that doing great work and having fun go hand in hand, and we are proud of what we can achieve together.
Our Benefits
Apollo relies on its people to keep it a leader in alternative investment management, and the firm’s benefit programs are crafted to offer meaningful coverage for both you and your family.
Pay Range
$175,000 – $200,000
Apollo Global Management, Inc. (together with its subsidiaries and affiliates) is committed to championing opportunity.
The firm and its affiliates comply with applicable discrimination and equal opportunities legislation in all of its jurisdictions and do not discriminate in employment or recruitment based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, citizenship, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
The contents of the qualifications and experience section of this job description are a guideline only. If an applicant can otherwise demonstrate their suitability for the role they will be considered.
The base salary range for this position is listed above. This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus based on personal, team, and Firm performance. Compensation ranges are based on several factors including job function, level, and geographic location. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise, and may vary from the amounts listed here.