Associate Director

HSBC Global Services Limited; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Director for their Leveraged Finance team. This hybrid role offers the chance to engage with the UK M&A market, originating and structuring bespoke lending solutions for private equity investments. You will lead negotiations, manage complex transactions, and mentor junior team members. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Leveraged Finance, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to professional development. Join a diverse and inclusive environment that values your contributions and supports your career growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in Leveraged Finance and M&A financing, especially involving private equity.
• Strong understanding of risk management and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Originate and lead bespoke lending solutions for private equity investments.
• Manage due diligence and negotiate legal documents.

Skills

Leveraged Finance

M&A Financing

Credit Analysis

Negotiation

Risk Management

Communication Skills

Education

CISI Level 3 Certificate in Corporate Finance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

If you’re looking for a career where you will be respected as an individual and valued for the contributions you make, join HSBC and discover how diversity drives our success. Whether you want a career that could take you to the top, or simply take you in an exciting new direction, HSBC offers opportunities, support and rewards that will take you further.

HSBC UK Leveraged Finance (“LF”) is seeking an experienced individual to join as an Associate Director.

HSBC UK Leveraged Finance is a national business with approximately 100 colleagues, covering over 350 clients and a diverse range of Private Equity (“PE”) relationships. The business is a market leader, comprising four key areas: Origination, Execution, Financial Sponsor Coverage, and Client Coverage. The customer base varies in size from approximately £100m to over £2bn. The team is sector-agnostic, with most clients owned by private equity firms. Lending for PE buyouts is complex, requiring sophisticated financial modelling, structuring, and sensitivity analysis.

Within Leveraged Finance, the successful candidate will support and structure debt financing for private equity-led investments or acquisitions, oversee due diligence, secure internal approvals including credit, and negotiate legal documentation.

Role Purpose

The Associate Director will assist in originating and leading the execution of bespoke lending solutions to support private equity investments and acquisitions in UK companies. Responsibilities include originating financing opportunities, structuring facilities, managing due diligence, obtaining approvals, and negotiating legal documents.

In this role, you will:

• Proactively engage in the UK M&A market, representing HSBC and originating debt financing opportunities.
• Lead negotiations and discussions with sponsors, M&A advisers, and clients, managing complex international transactions.
• Work with team members to structure and deliver credit facilities, identifying and mitigating risks.
• Manage deal teams, coordinate with other business units, and ensure timely completion of transactions.
• Mentor and develop junior team members, promoting performance and professional growth.
• Foster cross-country and cross-business teamwork aligned with HSBC’s values and growth plans.

To be successful, you will have:

• Experience in Leveraged Finance and M&A financing, especially involving private equity.
• Established contacts within the M&A, private equity, or corporate sectors.
• Expertise in credit analysis, lending, and negotiating complex solutions.
• Strong understanding of risk management and regulatory compliance.
• A proven track record of managing complex projects and leading teams.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to analyze and summarize high-volume information.
• Relevant professional qualifications or willingness to obtain them, such as the CISI Level 3 Certificate in Corporate Finance.
• Flexibility to work across UK offices, including London, Manchester, or Leeds.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software.
• Experience in supporting team performance and development.

The role is hybrid, based in London, Manchester, or Leeds.

Regulatory References

HSBC will obtain references covering the past six years as part of FCA requirements.

Qualifications

This role requires the CISI Level 3 Certificate in Corporate Finance or a commitment to complete it within one year.

HSBC values diversity and inclusion, actively supporting candidates with disabilities or neurodivergence, and offers accommodations during recruitment.

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