Associate Large Cap, Leveraged Finance

London Permanent View Job Description
Support and lead execution and origination work-streams across leveraged and acquisition finance transactions while delivering high‑quality financial analysis, deal materials, and cross‑bank collaboration in a fast‑paced environment.
  • Lead origination and execution with internal and external partners.
  • Thrive in a driven, collaborative and growth‑focused culture.

About Our Client

Our client is a leading financial institution with a dedicated Leveraged & Acquisition Finance franchise supporting both sponsor and corporate clients - operating as a centre of excellence within the organisation, they are recognised for their expertise in banking and financial services.

Job Description

As an Associate within the Large Cap Leveraged & Acquisition Finance team, you will play a central role in delivering high‑quality financing solutions for clients. You will be responsible for supporting and leading end‑to‑end transaction execution, from initial assessment through to closing, while contributing to origination initiatives.Key responsibilities include:

  • Conducting detailed credit analysis, including preparation of credit papers, review of due diligence, and development of leveraged buyout (LBO) models.
  • Preparing transaction materials such as lender presentations, offering memorandums, and pitch documents.
  • Reviewing legal documentation, including term sheets and financing agreements.
  • Guiding support teams through internal processes (KYC, funding, internal approvals).
  • Collaborating closely with internal stakeholders, coverage teams, external clients, and advisors.
  • Supporting origination by producing high‑quality marketing materials and assisting relationship teams.

The Successful Applicant

The ideal candidate will thrive in a high‑pressure, intellectually demanding environment and possess a broad range of technical and interpersonal skills. You will bring:

  • Strong credit analysis and financial modelling (including LBO) experience.
  • Excellent financial statement analysis capability.
  • Outstanding time‑management and the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously.
  • Exceptional attention to detail.
  • Confidence in articulating credit views to stakeholders and contributing in deal‑team discussions.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset, with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams.
  • A proactive, motivated approach with a desire to take ownership of your development and career progression.



What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary
  • Opportunity to work in a large organisation within the Financial Services industry.
  • Permanent role based in London, offering stability and career growth.



If you are ready to advance your career as an Associate Large Cap, Leveraged Finance in London, we encourage you to apply now!

Contact
Nicola Mcguane
Quote job ref
JN-012026-6934208
Phone number
+44 207 776 5927

Job summary

Job function
Banking & Financial Services
Subsector
Debt / Structured Finance
Sector
Financial Services
Location
London
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Nicola Mcguane
Consultant phone
+44 207 776 5927
Job reference
JN-012026-6934208