Vice President, Leveraged Finance

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OVERVIEW OF THE DEPARTMENT/SECTION

MUFG's Leveraged Finance group provides product expertise in the origination, structuring and execution of LBOs for private equity sponsors. The Leveraged Finance group also works with relevant coverage and product functions within the bank to assist in executing our broader Financial Institutions strategy to maximise cross-sell amongst private equity sponsor clients and their portfolio companies. Leveraged Finance works collaboratively with MUFG’s Global Sponsor Coverage teams, Mid Market Direct Lending team and the Leveraged Capital Markets team to deliver financing solutions and to maximise revenue opportunities in EMEA.

NUMBER OF DIRECT REPORTS

None

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

Undertake analysis and manage processes to successfully structure and execute leveraged finance transactions, defined as large cap underwritten LBO financings and direct lending transactions. Assist in the generation of deal flow in sponsor-driven leveraged finance transactions consistent with our targeted sponsor framework, target size range and specific geographic focus.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and present in coordination with other deal team members (i) client marketing materials (presentations, pitch books etc.) and (ii) the relevant internal approval documents, including industry and company analysis, due diligence, financial analysis, financial modelling, sensitivity scenarios, risks and mitigants and return calculation.
• Execute deals ensuring the highest quality of transaction delivery, risk management and client satisfaction.
• Negotiate terms and documentation for leveraged finance transactions in collaboration with senior deal team members, Leveraged Finance Transaction Execution function and, where relevant, Leveraged Capital Markets.
• Assist in driving profitable dealflow from the private equity community in EMEA from across our leveraged finance product range, specifically execute underwritten financings and direct lending transactions.
• Retain ongoing responsibility for risk management of onboarded assets, in partnership with the Portfolio Management team, and drive incremental revenue and cross selling opportunities for MUFG.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders, notably Credit, Sponsor Coverage, Leveraged Capital Markets, Financial Institutions Coverage, Corporate Coverage, Growth & Mid Market Tech, Compliance and Audit to promote the strategic mission of Leveraged Finance and to ensure the continued good standing of the team within the bank.
• Support Leveraged Finance team leadership to manage and develop more junior team members.
• Provide strategic support to Leveraged Finance team leadership as required.

WORK EXPERIENCE

At least six years of experience in transacting European private equity sponsor-backed leveraged finance transactions in lead roles. Experience of working within a banking environment or a debt fund environment.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Functional / Technical Competencies

• Detailed understanding and expertise in sub-investment grade credit analysis, cash flow modelling and leveraged documentary negotiation.
• Sound understanding of banking products (loans, bonds, private placement, ABL lines) as well as DCM, M&A market and its dynamics.
• Advanced understanding of deal structuring principles.
• Demonstrable negotiation skills with internal partners and external counterparties.
• Corporate finance principles/accounting knowledge.
• Can demonstrate existing relationships with capital markets and equity investment professionals within the private equity industry.
• Excellent presentation and negotiation skills.
• Experience of large cap lead underwriting LBO transactions desirable.

Education / Qualifications

Degree level or equivalent work experience. Relevant post degree qualification preferred (e.g. CFA, ACA, MBA).

PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS

• A good team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Results driven, with a strong sense of accountability.
• Demonstrates a structured, proactive, motivated and logical approach to work.
• Ability to operate with urgency, manage large workloads, multiple stakeholders and tight deadlines when needed.
• Strong decision-making skills, shows the ability to demonstrate sound judgement.
• Strong problem-solving and numerical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• A calm approach, with the ability to perform well and prioritise work in a pressurised environment.
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills.
• Proficiency in English, other languages desirable.

We are open to considering flexible working requests in line with organisational requirements. MUFG is committed to embracing diversity and building an inclusive culture where all employees are valued, respected and their opinions count. We support the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion in recruitment and employment, and oppose all forms of discrimination on the grounds of age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy and maternity, race, gender reassignment, religion or belief and marriage or civil partnership. We make our recruitment decisions in a non-discriminatory manner in accordance with our commitment to identifying the right skills for the right role and our obligations under the law.