Founded in 2002 and headquartered in London, Alcentra is a global investment management firm specializing in alternative credit markets. The firm manages roughly $30 billion in assets and serves more than 400 institutional investors across the US and Europe. With offices in London, New York, Boston and West Palm Beach, Alcentra employs 223 professionals in investment, research and client service roles. Its global platform supports access to secured loans, high yield bonds and private credit transactions.
Alcentra offers six credit strategies to address a range of market conditions and investor goals. Secured loan funds provide exposure to senior secured corporate lending. High yield bond strategies focus on sub-investment grade debt. Private credit products supply direct financing to mid-market companies. Structured credit investments include collateralized loan obligations and other credit-linked instruments. Special situations funds target stressed or dislocated credits, while multi-strategy credit blends liquid and alternative approaches for portfolio flexibility. This mix aims to balance income generation with risk management across different cycles.
Alcentra integrates environmental, social and governance factors into its credit research, seeking transparency from portfolio issuers and supporting initiatives that encourage responsible corporate behavior. This approach supports investor priorities for accountability and long-term value creation. Research teams in London and New York collaborate with portfolio managers in Boston to identify potential investments and monitor portfolio risk. Products are offered through commingled funds and separately managed accounts, providing flexibility for customized mandates and reporting requirements. Clients include pension funds, insurance firms, foundations and asset managers seeking tailored credit solutions.
