Shipping Structured Products & Distribution in Slough

About the Role

Crédit Agricole CIB’s Shipping & Offshore Finance Group is seeking a highly skilled Director to join its Structured Products & Distribution (SPD) team. This role focuses on Structured Leasing Solutions, with opportunities to contribute to other SPD activities such as capital market solutions and bespoke distribution channels.

You will play a key role in developing, marketing, and executing innovative leasing and structured finance products tailored for our global shipping and intermodal clients. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional to work on complex, cross-border transactions in a dynamic and international environment.

Key Responsibilities

– Originate and structure tax-based and accounts-based leasing solutions for global shipping clients.

– Develop financial models and prepare credit papers and analytical memoranda for internal approvals.

– Lead the execution of leasing and structured finance mandates, including negotiation of documentation with law firms, accountants, and advisors.

– Manage ongoing administration of executed transactions, including waivers, amendments, and restructurings.

– Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver bespoke financing solutions.

What We’re Looking For

– Education: Degree educated (or equivalent). Chartered accountancy or tax qualification (ICAEW, CIOT, or international equivalent) desirable.

– Experience: Previous experience in an international accountancy firm. Exposure to transportation sector and cross-border structured finance transactions. Familiarity with tax-based or accounts-based financing structures.

– Skills & Competencies: Strong financial modelling and analytical skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Ability to manage complex projects and work under pressure. IT literacy (Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint). Fluent English; French language skills desirable.