AD, Originating/Execution (Debt and Equity)

TN United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Director to lead complex transactions involving debt and equity. This full-time role in Leeds offers the opportunity to work on significant projects that drive economic growth and contribute to Net Zero objectives. You will engage with a variety of stakeholders, including investors and government departments, while mentoring junior team members. Join a diverse and inclusive environment that fosters learning and collaboration between private and public sectors, and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that supports your financial well-being.

Benefits

10% cash allowance for flexible benefits

Generous pension scheme

Life assurance

Income protection cover

Diverse and inclusive environment

Qualifications

• Experience in executing complex transactions involving debt and equity.
• Strong analytical skills to evaluate investment opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Support Directors in engaging with investors and generating new opportunities.
• Lead negotiation and due diligence processes as part of deal teams.

Skills

Transaction Structuring

Negotiation

Market Engagement

Financial Analysis

Project Evaluation

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree (Preferred)

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

• Working on complex transactions, deploying debt, equity, and guarantees.
• Full-time and permanent position - LEEDS based

About Our Client

The role is within a prominent institution in the public sector 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 located in Leeds; candidates must be able to commit to at least 3 working days in the Leeds office.

Job 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:

• Market Engagement: 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.
• Deal Team Participation: 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 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.

The Successful Applicant

As an Associate Director, you will oversee the origination and execution of complex transactions deploying debt, equity, and guarantees. The team is sector-generalist with broad product coverage. Experience in social housing is advantageous but not essential; candidates from Leveraged Finance, Structured Finance, and broader origination/execution backgrounds are welcomed. Candidates must be able to commit to at least 3 days in Leeds, with travel and accommodation expenses not reimbursed.

What's on Offer

Benefits include:

• A benefits package including a 10% cash allowance for flexible benefits (capped at £15k).
• Generous pension scheme with 10% employer contribution, increasing to 15% if employees contribute 5%, with flexible benefits available for the employee contribution.
• Life assurance and income protection cover.
• A diverse and inclusive environment offering unique learning opportunities from private and public sector collaboration.