DCM Credit Syndicate Manager in London

The Bond Credit Syndicate Manager role is based in the heart of the City of London reporting to the Head of Debt Capital Markets (DCM) Syndicate and is organisationally positioned within our Global Capital Markets division. We are seeking a motivated, strategic and forward‑thinking professional with strong expertise in capital markets, debt syndicate, risk, and pricing. Broader experience in credit, financials, hybrid capital, LM & ESG is highly valued to strengthen our integrated offering across both private and public‑side clients.

The team delivers best‑in‑class client financing advice, execution and distribution of debt securities. It is responsible for pricing and executing all public market bond mandates. The desk operates between DCM, issuers, and end investors in new issues. This front‑line role offers direct exposure to clients and transactions in a growing platform and unique organisation.

The successful individual will have the opportunity to lead transactions and strategic initiatives within our Capital Markets Team and will drive the implementation of global objectives while ensuring full compliance with UK and EU regulations. This role involves overseeing operational controls, establishing effective governance frameworks, and guiding annual assessments of Fitness & Propriety across the team.

The Bond Syndication Manager will stay at the forefront of Eurobond market developments, deliver pricing insights in Financial & Credit sectors, with wider sector and product exposure, and maintain high‑level client relationships by providing clear, fair, and expert advice. As a key partner in origination and execution, the Bond Syndication manager will manage transactions end‑to‑end, contribute underwriting insights to senior leadership, and collaborate closely with Sales to align with investor sentiment, all while ensuring the smooth running of the desk and supporting business growth.

Skills & Experience Required

• Strong expertise in Syndicate Workflow, Credit, FI Sector, Market Risk, Risk Management, and Regulatory Policy
• In‑depth knowledge of fixed income markets and financial products
• Proven experience in Bond Syndication Credit, Financial Institutions, and hybrid structuring experience (preferred)
• Effective communication across matrix organisations
• Strong IT proficiency and risk management application
• Awareness of compliance developments relevant to Bond Syndicate
• Familiarity with internal Markets products and businesses
• Proficient in Word, Bloomberg, Excel, Outlook; AI application and coding skills beneficial.

Personal Attributes

• High integrity, discretion, and confidentiality
• Conflict resolution and leadership by example
• Commercially focused, operationally strong, and strategically responsive
• Strong interpersonal, client relationship, and influencing skills
• Professional acumen, credibility, and trustworthiness
• Self‑motivated with clear initiative and drive
• Effective communicator with strong market awareness
• Technically competent in area of expertise.

Why work with us?

A career at Rabobank can offer insights into many areas. As well as having the opportunity to really see and understand the role of Financial Institutions in the Food & Agribusiness sector we are committed to providing our employees with the opportunities to develop their skills and progress their careers within the company. We work flexibly at Rabobank, combining the benefits of working at the London office and working from home, allowing the best of both worlds to come together. Our expectation is that all UK Markets employees work a minimum of 60% (3 days) of their working week in the London office.

We are an equal opportunities recruiter. Should you require any additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or health condition, or if you require any support or assistance due to any individual characteristics you may have, please do not hesitate to contact a member of the Talent Acquisition Team who will work with you to consider any adjustments, or support, which we can reasonably make or provide.

Benefits for this role include

• A competitive salary
• A discretionary annual bonus
• 28 days’ holiday, plus the option to buy additional days.
• Company pension scheme plus other financial benefit schemes
• Private medical insurance, regular health screening checks plus other health benefits
• A range of family friendly policies and lifestyle benefits
• Salary sacrifice schemes – cycle to work and electric vehicle salary sacrifice.

Plus many more incentives.

About Us

For over 40 years Rabobank UK has been serving and supporting the UK’s Food and Agribusiness (F&A) sector with tailored solutions, in‑depth market knowledge, and its broad global network. Located in the heart of the city of London, we are a leader in Food & Agribusiness (F&A) banking with a growing position in the Energy and Energy Transition sector. We estimate that through our existing client relationships, we touch 85% of all food sold in the UK. With a unique, knowledge‑driven, and customer‑focused strategy supported by unrivalled financial strength, Rabobank UK is in a singular position to deliver value in the form of sophisticated and often individually tailored financial products and services for its customers.

Clients in F&A, financial services and other financial sectors can rely on Rabobank as their trusted partner, with the confidence that Rabobank‑designed financial solutions and advice are supported by top‑quality research, a commitment to building long‑term relationships and a unique insight into the customer’s tactical and strategic priorities.

Application Process

Deadline for application: 26 March 2026 (due to high volume of applications this advert may close prior to the posted close date). Applications via LinkedIn message or email will not be reviewed, please apply via the link.

For more information, or if you would like this advert in a different format, please contact the Talent Acquisition team on https://www.linkedin.com/company/rabobankeuropeafrica.