Associate Director- Debt Capital Markets (Emiratised Role)

First Abu Dhabi Bank; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bank in the UAE is seeking a professional to assist the DCM team with loan transactions. The role involves credit evaluations, financial analysis, and supporting the execution of syndicated and bilateral loans. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in finance or related fields, along with at least 5 years of relevant banking experience, particularly in loan capital markets. Fluency in English is required, and Arabic is considered advantageous.

Qualifications

• 5+ years relevant experience in the banking sector, preferably in loan capital markets.
• Fluent in English and knowledge of Arabic is advantageous.
• Industrial sector expertise is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the DCM team in marketing and execution of loan transactions.
• Perform credit evaluation and financial analysis of clients.
• Coordinate documentation processes for deal closures.

Skills

Credit evaluation

Financial analysis

Research

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance/business or related discipline

MBA and/or professional qualifications

Job description

JOB PURPOSE

• Assisting and supporting the DCM team in the marketing and execution of sole‑lending club and syndicated loan transactions
• Ongoing preparation and update of marketing material transactions documentation Loan Origination related strategies and MIS reporting as and when required
• Coordinate with the Loan Origination team in producing term‑sheets pitch‑books documentation post closing with external counsel internal finance CAD legal and loan agency
• Credit evaluation and financial analysis of corporate and financial institution clients
• Meet annual targets as provided by the Head of DCM Bond Syndicate

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Generic Accountability

• In coordination with the Head of MEA LCM follow and understand the competitive regulatory and environmental factors impacting the industry and our clients
• Support the team strategy for growth and sustainability of revenues returns and market share

• Support the team in wining mandates and deal execution within stipulated deadlines

• Perform global credit markets research on daily/weekly basis and preparing pitch‑books
• Handle Loan Origination related documentation (Islamic and Conventional) and support in deal execution.
• Ensure appropriate internal and external documentation and approvals are secured and proper filing system is set up for each competed transaction to comply with FAB internal and external audit and compliance requirements
• Maintain good relationships with Senior Executives Operations and other team members

Specific Accountability

• Support the team on the origination structuring and execution of syndicated / club loans and bilateral loan facilities both conventional and Islamic
• Perform the initial due diligence and credit evaluation on borrowers and provide enquiries from a product perspective
• Develop self awareness on the credit standing of the entites; understanding industry behavious and sector trends
• Updating MIS reportings league table completion; internal fee booking; cost recovery and coordination of clearing these with the relevant internal parties and external cousnels / third party advisors
• Maintain and coordinate the documentation process for deal closure

Qualifications

Minimum Qualification

• Bachelors degree in finance / business or related discipline. MBA and/or professional qualifications

Minimum Experience

• 5 years relevant experience in the banking sector with at least 3 years in loan capital markets or syndications
• Industrial sector expertise is essential
• Sound knowledge of investment appraisals financial modelling (valuations) and legal/regulatory environments
• The ability to research analyse and provide independent opinions on lending opportunities and the ability to execute loan transactions
• Fluent in English. Arabic (advantageous)
• Affinity and respect for local cultures of the UAE and the member nations of the GCC
• Must cooperate with other members of the team; a team player
• Displays original thinking and creativity follows policies and procedures
• Generates suggestions for improving work and being to work under pressure
• Good interpersonal motivation resource management & marketing‑orientated skills

Remote Work

No

Employment Type

Full‑time