Leverage Finance Associate
Reed

London
•13 hours ago
•No application
About
A Global Investment Bank is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Associate to join the Corporate & Leveraged Finance team in London. This team is responsible for originating, structuring, and executing leveraged loan and high-yield bond transactions for private equity sponsors, telecoms, and corporate clients. This is a dynamic role offering exposure to high-profile transactions, client interaction, and cross-functional collaboration across the bank. The role is based in the City of London (hybrid working) with a salary banding of £80,000 to £100,000 along with excellent benefits Key Responsibilities Lead preparation of client pitches, pricing updates, and market analysis.Conduct financial modelling and credit analysis for new transactions.Draft internal memos for credit and market committees.Support deal execution including due diligence, documentation review, and client meetings.Assist in preparing marketing materials such as Offering Memorandums, roadshow presentations, and DD questionnaires.Coordinate with internal teams including syndicate, legal, coverage, and compliance.Maintain pipeline data and ensure administrative tasks are completed (e.g. NDAs, KYC, profitability analysis).Monitor client portfolios and support annual reviews.Train and mentor junior team members. What We’re Looking For Essential Qualifications & Experience: Undergraduate degree or equivalent.Experience in leveraged credit, structured finance, or related fields.Strong understanding of syndicated term loans and high-yield bond markets.Proficiency in financial modelling and analytical research.Excellent communication and presentation skills.Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities. Desirable:




