Debt Capital Markets - Loan Origination

Debt Capital Markets (DCM) is responsible for marketing, advising on, structuring and execution of various forms of solutions for larger and/or complex financing needs.

Main Responsibilities

• To further strengthen and develop the Bank’s larger corporate client business, by:
• Being a point of contact for Handelsbanken plc’s Relationship Managers in all DCM related matters and coordinating these within the Group’s DCM function.
• Keeping internal stakeholders updated on DCM matters, such as market and product trends, pricing and terms.
• Helping drive the development of the offering to larger corporates and real estate investment vehicles, enhancing the relationships with existing clients and developing prospects.
• Origination and acting as a project manager in loan transactions, commonly engaging with clients at CFO/FD and Group Treasurer level, banks, debt advisors, lawyers and other professionals.
• Growing and maintaining a commercial contact network around the loan product area, externally and internally.
• Operating in line with the Bank's Risk Management framework (including sub-frameworks) and relevant risk and compliance policies and procedures, ensuring appropriate and timely escalation of any concerns.

Ideal Candidate

• In-depth experience from investment banking/capital markets, and of dealing with large corporate and real estate investing clients.
• Possession of detailed knowledge and understanding of capital markets products/instruments/solutions, in particular loan origination and structuring.
• Being able to lead, structure, negotiate and execute transactions for larger and/or complex financing needs.
• Strong knowledge of corporate analysis, credit evaluation, accounting and related risk management.
• Being disciplined in self-management, with good problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• A team player with attention to detail and accuracy, with an organised approach to work.

Company Information

Handelsbanken is a relationship bank with a decentralised way of working, a strong local presence thanks to a nationwide network of branches, and a long-term approach to customer relations. Each Handelsbanken branch operates as a local business enabling it to make decisions at a local level and provide a bespoke service. The focus is always on the need of the individual customer and not on the sale of specific products.

The Bank is deeply committed to embedding good equality and diversity practice into all of our activities. This is so that we are an inclusive, welcoming and inspiring place to work that encourages everyone to apply, regardless of socio-economic background, age, disability, pregnancy and/or parental status, race (including colour, nationality, and ethnic or national origin), veteran status, marital and civil partnership status, religion or belief, sex, gender reassignment or sexual orientation.

At Handelsbanken, we deeply value our unique culture and values including trust in and respect for each individual. We take pride in nurturing a work environment where people flourish, and where they are empowered to take decisions in their areas of expertise. We take a long term perspective in everything we do and want each employee who joins us to build a long terms successful career with the Bank.

What is in it for you?

• We have a wide range of learning and development available, empowering and enabling our colleagues to take ownership of their own development.
• Competitive Salary and an extensive range of benefits is provided, including private medical insurance, income protection and life assurance.
• A market-leading pension contribution of 15% paid by the bank, which can be invested in a wide range of funds (including ESG and Shariah funds).

Application next steps

Your journey with us begins once you have submitted your application. One of our Handelsbanken recruiters will be reviewing your details and will later organise a phone conversation if you match the role requirements. If there is a mutual fit, we will extend an invitation for you to participate in an interview. There will be a three stage interview for this position.

How can we support you to be your best self?

Our Talent Acquisition team will be happy to provide support e.g. if you need additional time to prepare for an interview or you have any requirements for any part of the interview/hiring process – just let us know by email uk_talent@careers.handelsbanken.co.uk.