Capital Markets Associate

The Capital Markets Associate III will play a key role in the development, structuring, and execution of Kapitus’ capital markets strategy, with ownership across transaction execution, investor engagement, and ongoing facility management. This role is responsible for leading key components of capital markets transactions, including securitizations, warehouse facilities, and forward flow structures, while partnering closely with internal stakeholders across FP&A, Risk, Legal, Treasury, and Financial Data. The Capital Markets Associate III will operate with a high degree of independence, contributing to deal structuring, financial modeling, and investor communications, while also helping shape capital markets strategy and supporting new product initiatives.

 

What you will do:

• Lead key components of the structuring and execution of capital raising activities, including securitizations, warehouse facilities, and forward flow transactions
• Develop and own advanced financial and cash flow models to evaluate funding structures, pricing, leverage, and returns
• Play an active role in structuring and negotiating financing arrangements, including terms, covenants, and deal frameworks
• Lead preparation of investor materials and participate directly in investor, bank, and rating agency discussions and diligence processes
• Generate repeatable analytics workflows and analyze collateral performance and portfolio trends to support transaction execution and inform funding strategy
• Own ongoing monitoring of existing facilities, including covenant compliance, borrowing base reporting, and performance tracking
• Partner cross functionally with FP&A, Risk, Legal, Treasury, and Data teams to support transaction execution
• Contribute to capital markets strategy, including evaluation of funding structures, investor partners, and new product initiatives. Partner with senior leadership to scale and evolve the capital markets function as portfolio volume and complexity increase.

Qualifications and Experience:

• 6 to 10 years of experience in capital markets, structured finance, investment banking, private credit, ABS, or related roles
• Strong financial modeling and analytical capabilities with experience building and owning complex models
• Experience supporting or leading structured finance transactions
• Experience working with investors, banks, or rating agencies
• Strong understanding of capital markets and securitization concepts
• Ability to operate independently and manage multiple priorities
• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance, Mathematics, or a related field required

Preferred Skills:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Viewed as a high integrity individual with a track record of building trust-based relationships
• Hands-on, high-energy, “roll up your sleeves” mindset
• Highly analytical, intellectually curious, and eager to learn
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Collaborative and team-oriented
• Can work within a dynamic, fast-moving environment, while also driving toward clarity and solutions
• Self-starter with an entrepreneurial spirit.

 

Kapitus Total Rewards Package Includes: 

• Competitive Base Salary Range of $105,500 – $145,000  Kapitus is providing this as a good faith salary range to comply with applicable law. The applicant's final salary will depend on a number of factors including the applicant's geographic location, skills, and experience.
• Annual Incentive Compensation Eligibility – Up to 20% annually
• Health Insurance: We offer comprehensive medical, dental, and employer-paid vision plans through UnitedHealthcare (UHC), with various coverage levels available to meet the needs of our employees and their families.
• 100% Company Paid Insurances: Kapitus fully covers the cost of basic short-term and long-term disability insurance, as well as vision insurance, ensuring our employees have comprehensive protection without any personal expense.
• Voluntary Insurance: Supplemental life insurance as well as enhanced short- and long-term disability coverage are available through Mutual of Omaha, providing additional security for our employees. Additionally, Colonial Accident and Hospitalization insurances are also available, offering further protection against unforeseen events.
• Paid Maternity and Parental Leave: Beyond state-mandated leave policies, Kapitus provides company-paid maternity and parental leave, supporting our employees during important family milestones.
• LifeBalance Program: Enhance your lifestyle with our LifeBalance membership, which offers discounts on outdoor activities, the arts, health, and fitness. Additional benefits include:
• Pet and car insurance discounts.
• Financial services such as LegalShield.
• Relaxation and stress management tools, including a fully covered annual subscription to The Calm App.
• Plum Benefits Discount Program: Access exclusive discounts on shows, travel, car rentals, and more, enriching your personal and family life.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Pursue further education with up to $5,000 annually in tuition reimbursement, plus opportunities to attend relevant conferences and career development events.
• Transit Reimbursement: We also offer transit reimbursement for all work-related travel, supporting your involvement in career and personal development activities.
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time
• Retirement Benefits: Our 401K plan is managed through Fidelity, featuring a 25% match on employee contributions, helping you plan for a secure financial future.

 

About Kapitus:

Kapitus is one of the most reliable and respected names in small business financing. As both a direct lender and a marketplace built with a trusted network of lending partners, we can provide small businesses with the financing they need, when and how it is needed. We have spent our entire existence building a culture that makes us excited to come to work in the morning. Our company is fast-paced; teammates need to be self-directed and have an internal motivation to do the right thing, even when the right thing takes a lot of hard work. We show our teammates our appreciation by offering great benefits, competitive pay, and solid opportunity for growth.

Company Mission:

At Kapitus, our mission is to help small business owners grow their organizations by providing tailored, transparent, and ethical financing solutions. We invest in every business owner’s story and we are dedicated to building lasting relationships to champion their goals. We promise to keep the best interests of our clients at the center of the financing process by operating with transparency, fairness, and integrity.

Please Note:

Consideration will be given to qualified remote candidates residing in states where Kapitus and/or one of its subsidiaries has an established physical presence.