AD, Originating/Execution (Debt and Equity)

Michael Page; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent public sector institution in Leeds is seeking an Associate Director for executing complex transactions involving debt and equity. The role requires strong negotiation skills and the ability to build relationships with external stakeholders. The position offers a hybrid working model, with a minimum of three days in the office, and includes a generous benefits package.

Benefits

10% cash allowance for flexible benefits

10% employer pension contribution

Life assurance

Income protection cover

Qualifications

• Experience in social housing or finance roles is advantageous.
• Ability to mentor junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Execute complex transactions involving debt, equity, and guarantees.
• Support Directors in engaging with investors and developers.
• Identify and evaluate potential projects.

Skills

Negotiation

Investment Analysis

Relationship Building

Job description

AD, Originating/Execution (Debt and Equity)

AD, Originating/Execution (Debt and Equity)

2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants

• Hybrid working model with a minimum of 3 days per week in the Leeds office.
• The role offers a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact and work on complex transactions where you will be deploying debt, equity and guarantees.
• Prior experience within social housing is advantageous, however candidates from Leveraged Finance, Structured Finance, and broader origination/execution are warmly welcomed.

The role is within a prominent institution in the public sector who are focused on driving economic growth and achieving Net Zero objectives in the UK. The organisation mobilises sector insights and investment expertise to unlock private finance for projects across the country, with a capital provision of nearly £30 billion.

This is a full time and permanent position that will be located in Leeds - you must be able to commit to at least 3 working days in the Leeds office.

Description

The Assistant Director will be responsible for executing complex transactions involving debt, equity, and guarantees. This includes supporting Directors, analysing investment opportunities, collaborating with co-investors, negotiating documentation, and driving due diligence and investment approval processes. The role also involves acting as an ambassador for the organisation.

Core Responsibilities in brief:

• Support Directors in engaging with investors, developers, banks, and industry.
• Attend industry events and round tables to generate new investment opportunities.

Originate and Screen Projects:

• Assist in identifying and evaluating potential projects.
• Prepare Investment Committee papers on commercial viability, impact, and policy credentials.

Develop Strategic Solutions:

• Utilise debt, equity, and guarantees to deliver financing solutions aligned with strategic objectives.
• Lead day-to-day structuring, negotiation, and due diligence processes as a proactive member of deal teams.

Internal Collaboration:

• Share expertise, contribute to sector strategies, and assess the suitability of prospective deals.

Build External Relationships:

• Develop positive working relationships with external stakeholders, including government departments, investors, advisers, and project sponsors.

Lead and Mentor:

• Act as a role model and mentor for junior team members, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous learning.

Profile

As an Associate Director you will be overseeing the origination and execution of bespoke and often complex transactions where you will be deploying debt, equity and guarantees. The team are generalist in terms of sector coverage and they have broad coverage across product class. Prior experience within social housing is advantageous, however candidates from Leveraged Finance, Structured Finance, and broader origination/execution are warmly welcomed.

**You must be able to commit to at least 3 days of being in Leeds in order to be considered for this position - travel costs / accommodation expenses are not reimbursed or covered by our client.**

Job Offer

In brief, a selection of benefits on offer:

• A fantastic benefits package including a 10% cash allowance for a flexible benefits fund (capped at £15k).
• A very generous pension offering, 10% employer contribution, increasing to 15% if employees also contribute 5%. Individuals can select to use flexible benefits for the 5%.
• Core benefits include life assurance and income protection cover
• The organisation values diversity and inclusion, offering competitive benefits and unique learning opportunities from combining private and public sector skills and experience. Background checks are conducted for all roles.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance

• Industries

  Banking

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