Manager Debt Advisory in Bristol

At Grant Thornton we do things differently – looking to the future, driving ambitious growth and pioneering positive change in our industry. Providing audit, tax and advisory services, we empower clients through strategic insight, curiosity, and genuine partnership. We empower our people with real opportunity, an inclusive culture and work‑life balance.

The Debt & Capital Advisory team is an integral part of Grant Thornton business, providing independent advice and execution to private and listed companies, and private equity sponsors and real estate sponsors across the range of debt, equity and capital markets. The team operates across the national footprint and consists of a range of experienced members that will support your growth within the firm.

Your role within this exciting and growing team will be that of a core team member supporting all aspects of the client experience, from business development, pitching and winning work, to working on all aspects of the end‑to‑end financing process and assisting clients in achieving their funding objectives.

As a Manager, you will:

• Work on a broad range of debt & capital advisory projects and have regular interaction with private equity sponsors, companies, banks, advisors and other service lines within Grant Thornton.
• Build strong relationships with clients, lenders, and investors, acting as a trusted advisor throughout the transaction lifecycle.
• Prepare project materials, and client and lender communication.
• Undertake financial modelling, including analysis of business forecasts, evaluation of scenarios, comparison of proposed debt terms and structures, and covenant calculations.
• Be responsible for driving the day‑to‑day project management and driving it through to execution.
• Support senior leadership in identifying new opportunities, preparing proposals, and contributing to deal origination.
• Mentor and coach junior team members, ensuring high‑quality deliverables and fostering a collaborative culture.

Joining us as a Manager, the minimum criteria you’ll need is to have:

• Experience gained within a professional services environment, a relevant advisory firm, or a lender.
• Proven experience of managing client engagements and strong relationship‑management skills.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, deal‑driven environment.

It would be great if you had some of the following skills, but don’t worry if you don’t tick every box – we’ll help you develop along the way:

• Leveraged finance background is helpful, but not a requirement.
• 2:1 degree (or equivalent).

Embracing uniqueness, the culture at Grant Thornton thrives on the contributions of all our people. Building an inclusive culture, where we value difference and respect our colleagues helps our people to perform at the best of their ability and realise their potential.

Life is more than work. The things you do, and the people you’re with outside of work matter – that’s why we’re happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles, and we’ll always do our best to keep your work and life in balance.

The impact you can make here will go far beyond your day job. From secondments, to fundraising for local charities, or investing in entrepreneurs in the developing world, you’ll be giving back to society. It’s that drive to do the right thing that runs through our every move, grounded in our firm’s values – purposefully driven, actively curious and candid but kind.

We’re looking for people who want to contribute, spark fresh ideas, and go beyond expectations. People who want to be able to proudly do what’s right, for the firm, our clients, our people, and themselves.