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About Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank (Crédit Agricole CIB)Crédit Agricole CIB is the corporate and investment bank of the Crédit Agricole group, the 10th largest banking group in the world *.
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Reference
2026-114060Update date
08/07/2026Business type
Types of Jobs - Corporate & Investment Banking
Job title
Structured Finance Hedging and Financial Sponsor Sales
Contract type
Permanent Contract
Management position
No
Job summary
Structured Finance Hedging and Financial Sponsor Sales is responsible for supporting the Head of UK Structured Finance Hedging sales, primarily focusing on derivative activity with our client base.
Responsible for developing the Financial Sponsors activity in the UK for GMD (Mainly PE and Infra Funds) and originating secured transactions as well as fund level hedging deals. Coordination of the Financial sponsors community, globally with the support of regional hubs.
Key responsibilities are as follows:
Support Head of UK Structured Finance Hedging sales and help achieving UK Corporate Structured Finance Hedging Budget and YoY growth. This includes:
- Origination of secured deals where CACIB is lender (FX, Rates, Inflation)
- Regular interactions and pipelines with CACIB financing business lines
- Promotion of CACIB towards client for value added roles (hedge coordination, pre-hedge, deal contingent …)
- Smooth execution of derivatives transactions
Actively participate to develop the activity with Financial Sponsors (Infra and PE funds for example) beyond the transactional / asset level (360° approach on transactions). This includes:
- Sales coverage of key Sponsors
- Onboarding new funds and requesting internal limits
- Origination of secured transactions but also fund level hedging opportunities
- Coordination among different teams having activities with this category of clients
Originate derivative transactions from clients and co-ordinate efficient execution with the different stakeholders (other Sales, Trading, Structuring, Legal, Risk etc.)
Attend client meetings, provide presentations, promote hedging solutions and execute transactions linked to structured finance deals and Private side opportunities with clients
More generally:
- Provide timely and professional pricing and support on execution of customer flows.
- Develop knowledge of client needs and co-ordinate the Bank’s efforts to service customer organizations.
- Maintain awareness of all economic and financial data likely to affect the products being marketed.
- Ensure dealing remains within set time limits and efficient / ethical execution of client transactions.
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Your work contributes to a social responsibility and sustainable future. As a founding signatory of the Equator Principles and a global leader in sustainable finance, we finance projects that benefit both people and the planet. You can extend your impact through our Charities Committee, which provides annual paid volunteering leave to support causes you care about.
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Access development opportunities across the Crédit Agricole Group; whether deepening expertise, exploring new skills or taking on roles across borders. Our structured mentoring programme connects you with experienced colleagues, while cross-functional projects and learning initiatives help you build the capabilities that matter most to you.
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Geographical area
Europe, United Kingdom
City
Candidate criteria
Minimal education level
Bachelor Degree / BSc Degree or equivalent
Academic qualification / Speciality
Degree preferably in Mathematical or Finance
Experience
Essential
Strong experience in Interest Rates & FX Derivatives market
Desirable
- Good knowledge of Structured finance hedging mechanics (Legal, Pricing, Structure)
- Good knowledge of contingent pre-hedge activity
- Proximity with global Financial Sponsors (PE and Infra funds)
Required skills
- Sales & marketing skills
- Market products knowledge
- Management of Junior staff with empowerment & training
Competencies
- Motivated – Highly committed
- Good communicator
- Innovative
- Team Oriented
Structured Finance Hedging and Financial Sponsor Sales in London employer: Crédit Agricole CIB
Crédit Agricole CIB is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture, providing interns with invaluable exposure to cutting-edge electronic FX trading systems in the heart of Greater London. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, you will have the opportunity to develop your analytical skills and collaborate with cross-functional teams, all while leveraging AI to drive innovative solutions in the financial technology sector.
