Founded in 2011, Kartesia Asset Finance (KAF) is a specialist asset-backed financing platform providing senior secured debt to support the growth capex of European SMEs. With €850 million of assets under management , KAF combines the expertise and resources of an established investment platform with the agility and entrepreneurial culture of a focused team. Fully integrated within the broader Kartesia platform, KAF complements Kartesia’s private debt activities, which have deployed over €8 billion across nine European offices.
KAF is seeking an experienced Investment Manager, Aviation to lead the origination, execution, and management of aviation investment opportunities. This is a highly commercial role requiring strong business development capabilities, an established industry network, and the ability to identify and convert attractive investment opportunities into completed transactions.
The successful candidate will leverage and expand relationships with aircraft owners, operators, lessors, arrangers, brokers, and advisors to generate a robust pipeline of proprietary or lightly intermediated opportunities aligned with KAF’s investment strategy. As a representative of the firm, they will actively promote KAF within the aviation market, maintain a strong understanding of industry dynamics, and identify emerging opportunities.
The role encompasses full transaction responsibility, from sourcing and evaluating opportunities through due diligence, structuring, negotiation, and closing. The Investment Manager will lead financial and commercial analyses, coordinate advisors, assess technical and counterparty risks, and present investment recommendations to the Investment Committee.
In addition, the successful candidate will actively manage a portfolio of aviation investments, monitoring asset and counterparty performance, ensuring compliance with financing terms, and identifying opportunities to enhance value through refinancing, restructuring, or portfolio optimisation. Building and maintaining strong relationships with borrowers, lessees, operators, and other stakeholders will be essential to driving long-term investment performance.
Qualifications & Experience
- 8–12+ years of experience in aviation finance, asset finance, shipping investment banking, leasing.
- Proven origination track record, with strong relationships across the aviation ecosystem.
- Experience sourcing, leading, and closing complex transactions across cycles.
- Credibility and standing within the aviation community in London or other major hubs.
- Experience with asset-backed finance investments, leasing platforms, private debt funds, or alternative credit structures.
- Ability to operate autonomously and make sound commercial judgements.
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Aviation ABF Investment Manager in London employer: Kartesia
At Kartesia, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that values detail-oriented professionals who thrive in a dynamic environment. Our collaborative work culture fosters growth and development, providing ample opportunities for employees to enhance their skills in fund structuring and alternative investments. Located in the heart of Europe, we offer a unique chance to engage with a diverse range of clients and transactions, making your work both meaningful and rewarding.
