Equity Linked Associate

Deutsche Bank AG; City of Westminster; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global bank in Westminster seeks an experienced Equity Linked Associate to assist in the origination and execution of equity-linked transactions across various sectors. The role involves transaction preparation, client communication, and working closely with senior team members. The ideal candidate has convertible bond experience, a solid understanding of financial markets, and is fluent in multiple languages. This position offers hybrid working, a competitive salary, and excellent benefits including 30 days holiday.

Benefits

Hybrid Working

Competitive salary

30 days' holiday

Life Assurance

Private Healthcare

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in financial analysis, modelling, and valuations.
• Fluency in multiple languages would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Dealing with aspects of transaction preparation and structuring.
• Assisting senior team members with origination of new business.
• Preparation of client presentations and responding to requests.
• Frequent communication with clients and senior bankers.

Skills

Convertible bond deal experience

Good understanding of financial markets

Experience of financial analysis

Excellent communication skills

Fluency in multiple European languages

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification

Job description

Job Title: Equity Linked Associate

Location: London

Corporate Title: Associate Origination & Advisory (O&A) at Deutsche Bank

Role Overview

Combines Investment Banking Coverage and Advisory along with Capital Markets to deliver the most appropriate products to both the C‑Suite and Treasurer. Clients include major corporates, financial institutions, financial sponsors, governments and sovereigns around the world. In this role, you will assist in origination and execution of Equity‑Linked transactions across a wide range of sectors including Technology, Media & Telecoms, Natural Resources, Industrials, Consumer & Healthcare, Real Estate, Gaming & Leisure, and geometries including the United Kingdom, Continental Europe, Middle East and Africa. You will also have the opportunity to work on Strategic Equity Transactions that encompass corporate equity derivatives, margin loans and stake‑building transactions as well as building out the Equity Capital Solutions business.

What we'll offer you

• Hybrid Working – we understand that employee expectations and preferences are changing. We have implemented a model that enables eligible employees to work remotely for a part of their working time and reach a working pattern that works for them.
• Competitive salary and non‑contributory pension
• 30 days' holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional days
• Life Assurance and Private Healthcare for you and your family
• A range of flexible benefits including Retail Discounts, a Bike4Work scheme and Gym benefits
• The opportunity to support a wide ranging CSR programme + 2 days' volunteering leave per year

Key Responsibilities

• Dealing with all aspects of transaction preparation, structuring, modelling/pricing, due diligence, documentation and management of legal and accounting issues.
• Assisting senior team members with origination of new business, including identification of target opportunities.
• Preparation of presentations for clients, investors, and the broader investment community, being responsible for responding to client specific requests.
• Involvement in all aspects of transaction preparation, structuring, due diligence, documentation, and legal and accounting issues, liaising with infrastructure teams such as legal, compliance and risk management.
• Frequent interaction with areas of Deutsche Bank including ECM Syndicate, Strategic Equity Transaction Group (SETG), and Investment Banking Coverage in the origination of new business.
• Communicating with clients, advisers and senior investment bankers, including participation in client meetings and events.
• Assisting with local product/sector projects, initiatives, and responsibilities, and work towards revenue requirements determined by the business.

Requirements / Skills and Experience

• Convertible bond deal experience in the broader Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA) region.
• Good understanding of financial markets and a background in Equity Capital Markets and derivatives.
• Experience of financial analysis, modelling and valuations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Fluency in multiple languages would be an asset, particularly European languages.
• Educated to bachelor's degree level or equivalent qualification / relevant work experience.

How we’ll support you

• Training and development to help you excel in your career.
• A culture of continuous learning to aid progression.
• A range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your needs.
• We value diversity and as an equal opportunities' employer, we make reasonable adjustments for those with a disability such as the provision of assistive equipment if required (for example, screen readers, assistive hearing devices, adapted keyboards).

About Deutsche Bank

Deutsche Bank is the leading German bank with strong European roots and a global network. Deutsche Bank in the UK is proud to have been named The Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality 2025 for six consecutive years. Additionally, we have been awarded a Gold Award from Stonewall and named in their Top 100 Employers 2024 for our work supporting LGBTQ+ inclusion. We strive for a culture in which we are empowered to excel together every day. This includes acting responsibly, thinking commercially, taking initiative and working collaboratively. Together we share and celebrate the successes of our people. Together we are Deutsche Bank Group.

We welcome applications from all people and promote a positive, fair and inclusive work environment.