AVP Leveraged Finance Credit

Michael Page; City Of London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services group in London is seeking an AVP for Leveraged Finance Credit. The successful candidate will lead credit reviews and engage with Front Office on new leveraged finance transactions. A strong academic background in finance and solid experience in credit analysis are essential. This permanent position offers a competitive salary, professional growth opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package in a prime London location.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Solid experience in credit analysis or related roles.
• Knowledge of leveraged finance and credit risk principles.
• Excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead credit reviews and discussions with Front Office.
• Manage a portfolio of leveraged loans.
• Evaluate risks in legal documentation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in finance, economics or related field

Tools

Financial modelling

Job description

This AVP role focuses on the credit review and challenge of new leveraged finance transactions while managing a portfolio of leveraged loans. The position requires strong analytical skills, stakeholder engagement, and the ability to work very closely with front office.

Client Details

Our client is a leading international financial services group with a strong presence in EMEA, offering a full suite of corporate finance, investment banking, and capital markets solutions.

Description

• As AVP you will lead credit review and discussions with Front Office, while challenging the broadline risks for new leveraged finance transactions.
• Act as lead analyst for a portfolio of leveraged loans, managing requests and approvals (waivers, amendments, annual reviews, credit monitoring/grading).
• Act as a trusted partner to Front Office
• Involved in discussions with Front Office from very early stages
• Participate in Early Read Meetings, identifying key risks and issues.
• Collaborate with wider teams to review due diligence and credit applications.
• Evaluate and challenge risks in legal documentation.
• Propose credit strategy for Net Take and Underwrite requests.
• Constructively challenge assessments and work toward optimal solutions for the bank.

Profile

A successful AVP on the Leveraged Finance Credit team should have:

• A strong academic background in finance, economics, or a related field.
• Solid experience in credit analysis or related roles within banking and financial services.
• Proficiency in financial modelling and analysis.
• Knowledge of leveraged finance and credit risk principles.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment in London.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary
• Permanent position
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Work in a prime location in London with access to excellent transport links.

If you are looking to advance your career as an AVP Leveraged Finance Credit in the financial services industry, we encourage you to apply today!