Leveraged Finance Underwriting - Associate

Job ID: 99971617952Posted: 2026-08-31Location: London, England, United KingdomCategory: Risk ManagementCompany: CitiThe Leveraged Finance Underwriting Team (“LFU”) within Institutional Credit Management (“ICM”) is seeking a driven and highly motivated individual to join the team.The LFU teams sits within the First Line of Defence.Through strong partnership with Capital Markets, Banking, and Risk, will help drive a best-in-class Leveraged Lending In-Business Credit organisation with the goal of materially enhancing Citi’s end-to-end leveraged lending credit management process. They will be actively involved in Citi’s underwriting and credit approval process for leveraged finance transactions, as well as providing an ongoing oversight of Citi’s credit monitoring support for Citi’s leverage finance portfolio of client relationships.This role offers the chance to work on some of the highest profile transactions in the UK, Europe and MEA leveraged finance market and challenge yourself in a high-profile team. Responsibilities:Work closely with other Analysts, VPs and senior Bankers to provide critical support across LFU’s core functions:Leveraged Finance transaction underwriting and credit approval;Periodic credit monitoring and early problem recognition;Application of internal leveraged lending policies and procedures;Global leveraged lending related projects and strategic initiativesDrive the credit approval process of fast-paced and complex leveraged buyouts working in tandem with Capital Markets, Banking, and Risk.Conduct in-depth credit analysis/due diligence and play a key role in preparing credit memorandums/financial modelsResearch and develop robust understanding of the fundamentals of the key industry trends and risk issues and develop the ability to succinctly convey thoughts and opinions to Risk Managers and BankersResponsible for monitoring news and events pertaining to Citi’s leveraged lending clients as well as providing regular updates to Bankers.Qualifications, Experience and Education:Experience of credit analysis, due diligence, underwriting, origination or corporate banking related transactions, ideally within Leveraged FinanceSelf-starter and ability to work in a fast-paced environmentTeam player with strong work ethic who also works well with others at all levelsStrong writing, analytical, quantitative communication, and presentation skillsLeadership skills and experience in coaching and mentoring AnalystsAdvanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPointAbility to break down large amounts of data into concise, easy to understand formatsPrevious credit or related leveraged finance experienceBachelor's degree/University degree or equivalent experience.What we can offer you:We work hard to have a positive financial and social impact on the communities we serve. In turn, we put our employees first and provide the best-in-class benefits they need to be well, live well and save well.By joining Citi London, you will not only be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week), but also receive a competitive base salary (which is annually reviewed), and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits such as:Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 days plus bank holidays; increasing with tenureA discretional annual performance related bonusPrivate medical insurance packages to suit your personal circumstancesEmployee Assistance ProgramPension PlanPaid Parental LeaveSpecial discounts for employees, family, and friendsAccess to an array of learning and development resourcesAlongside these benefits Citi is committed to ensuring our workplace is where everyone feels comfortable coming to work as their whole self every day. We want the best talent around the world to be energized to join us, motivated to stay, and empowered to thrive.Sounds like Citi has everything you need? Then apply to discover the true extent of your capabilities.#LI-AZ1------------------------------------------------------Job Family Group: Risk Management------------------------------------------------------Job Family:Credit Risk------------------------------------------------------Time Type:Full time------------------------------------------------------Most Relevant Skills Analytical Thinking, Credible Challenge, Financial Analysis, Governance, Policy, Procedure, and Regulation, Risk Management Lifecycle.------------------------------------------------------Other Relevant Skills Constructive Debate, Escalation Management, Policy and Procedure, Policy and Regulation, Product Knowledge, Risk Controls and Monitors, Risk Identification and Assessment.------------------------------------------------------Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity review Accessibility at Citi.View Citi’s EEO Policy Statement and the Know Your Rights poster.