Investment Strategies / Private Equity & Debt

Private Equity & Debt Solutions

Flexible, creative capital across the entire balance sheet. From traditional senior debt to strategic equity investments, we give middle-market companies the liquidity and partnership they need to scale.

Across the capital stack
Senior debt, unitranche, mezzanine, preferred and common equity
Middle-market focus
Capital for companies ready for their next stage
Partnership, not just funding
Structures built around each company’s goals
Capital provided

One partner for the whole capital stack

Every business needs a different mix of debt and equity. We structure the right combination, from the most secure senior financing to growth equity.

↑ Higher risk & upsidePriority of repayment ↓
05Equity (minority & majority)
04Structured / Preferred Equity
03Mezzanine Financing
01Senior Secured Debt
02 · Unitranche

Unitranche blends senior and junior debt into a single facility.

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Senior Secured Debt

Lower-cost capital with a priority repayment structure.

Customized senior credit facilities, including term loans and revolvers, secured by company assets. A lower cost of capital for businesses seeking traditional financing.

Working capitalRefinancingStrategic acquisitions
02

Unitranche / Hybrid Structures

Senior and junior debt in one facility.

We streamline complex transactions through unitranche financing. This “one-stop” approach offers faster execution, simplified documentation and greater financial flexibility for borrowers.

Faster executionSimplified documentationComplex transactions
03

Mezzanine Financing

Bridges the gap between senior debt and equity.

Subordinated debt with flexible terms, giving business owners access to higher leverage for growth or buyouts while minimizing immediate equity dilution.

GrowthBuyoutsLimited dilution
04

Structured / Preferred Equity

A hybrid solution for unique situations.

A flexible alternative to traditional debt or common equity, offering downside protection for investors while allowing companies to retain control and fund critical milestones.

Retain controlCritical milestonesUnique situations
05

Equity (Minority & Majority)

A value-add partner aligned with long-term enterprise value.

Direct equity investments: majority capital for buyouts and ownership transitions, or minority capital to support founders in their next phase of expansion.

BuyoutsOwnership transitionsFounder expansion
Why JLS Capital

Capital built around the business

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Flexible structures

Debt, equity or a combination, structured to fit the company’s situation rather than a fixed product.

02

Creative solutions

Hybrid and bespoke structures for transactions that don’t fit traditional financing.

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Long-term alignment

We align our interests with long-term enterprise value and the founder’s next phase of growth.

Work with us

Have a transaction in mind?

Tell us about your business and the capital you need. We’ll help you find the right structure.