We are working with a European bank to appoint an individual within its Leveraged Finance front office team in London. This is a high-visibility role at the heart of a growing platform, offering genuine autonomy in origination and execution alongside direct exposure to private equity sponsors, corporate clients, and senior deal teams across EMEA.
The successful candidate will play a central role in structuring, executing, and managing leveraged and acquisition finance transactions, while building and deepening relationships with financial sponsors and corporate borrowers.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead origination and execution of leveraged finance transactions, including acquisition finance, LBOs, refinancing, and recapitalisations
- Build and maintain strong relationships with private equity sponsors and corporate clients, acting as a trusted senior point of contact
- Structure and negotiate financing packages, working closely with credit, legal, syndicate, and other internal stakeholders
- Lead and mentor junior team members, contributing to the development of analysts and associates
- Prepare and present credit papers, pitch materials, and internal approvals to senior management and credit committees
- Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and regulatory developments relevant to the leveraged finance landscape
- Support the wider team's strategic growth agenda, identifying new business opportunities and cross-selling potential
Candidate Profile
- Significant experience in leveraged finance, acquisition finance, or sponsor coverage within a bank, credit fund, or similar institution
- Proven track record of originating and executing leveraged finance transactions from term sheet through to close
- Strong credit and structuring skills, with confidence navigating complex capital structures
- Established relationships with private equity sponsors and/or corporate clients
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the gravitas to operate at senior levels internally and externally
- A collaborative leadership style, comfortable mentoring junior colleagues and working across deal teams
- Relevant degree and professional qualifications (e.g. CFA) advantageous but not essential
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Carr Lyons Search & Selection Recruitment Team
