AVP Leveraged Finance Credit

Michael Page

Greater London

On-site

GBP 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for professional growth and development

Prime location in London

Job summary

A leading international financial services group in London is seeking an experienced AVP for Leveraged Finance Credit. The role involves leading credit reviews, managing a portfolio of leveraged loans, and engaging closely with stakeholders. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills, a solid background in finance or economics, and experience in credit analysis. This position offers professional growth opportunities in a fast-paced environment with excellent transport links in London.

Qualifications

Experience in banking and financial services.
Proven track record in credit analysis or related roles.
Familiarity with leveraged finance and credit risk principles.
Knowledge of leveraged finance and credit risk principles.
Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
Ability to work in a fast-paced London environment.

Responsibilities

Lead credit reviews and discussions with the Front Office.
Act as lead analyst for leveraged loans and manage requests.
Evaluate risks in legal documentation and propose strategies.
Involved in Early Read Meetings; identify 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.

Skills

Credit analysis

Financial modelling

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Strong academic background in finance, economics, or related field

Job description

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Base pay range

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.

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 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.

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