German Speaking Associate Vice President Financial Restructuring (mfd)

Options Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial advisory firm in Greater London seeks an experienced investment banking professional with at least 4 years in advisory roles. This position involves working on distressed business situations, leading teams on mandates, and developing complex financial models. The ideal candidate must be fluent in German and English and possess strong analytical and communication skills. A background in finance, economics, or business is essential, along with the ability to thrive in high-pressure environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in investment banking or comparable advisory role.
• Fluency in German and English is required.
• Ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Work on a range of debtor- and creditor-side situations.
• Lead day-to-day workstreams on live mandates.
• Develop complex financial models and analyses.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team player

Excel modeling

Ownership mindset

Education

Strong academic track in finance, economics, business, or similar

Job description

Overview

Our client is an international financial advisory firm with a strong track record in complex restructurings, special situations, and capital structure advisory. Small entrepreneurial deal teams work on high‑profile transactions with direct exposure to senior bankers and key client stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Work on a broad range of debtor‑ and creditor‑side situations including distressed and special situations, financial restructurings and takeovers, and refinancing and debt capital solutions.
• Lead day‑to‑day workstreams on live mandates and marketing projects.
• Develop and challenge complex financial models and valuation analyses.
• Prepare and present client materials (information memoranda, presentations, pitch books).
• Coordinate due diligence and support negotiations with lenders, sponsors, and other stakeholders.
• Build and maintain relationships with corporate clients, sponsors, and advisors.
• Mentor and develop junior team members.

Requirements

• 48 years of experience in investment banking or a comparable advisory role (restructuring, leverage finance, special situations, or related areas).
• Excellent analytical and technical skills; confident in building and reviewing complex Excel‑based models.
• Strong interest in financial restructuring, special situations, and capital structure topics.
• Ability to perform under pressure in a fast‑paced transaction‑driven environment.
• Team player with high integrity, strong communication skills, and an ownership mindset.
• Fluent in German and English (both required).
• Strong academic track record in finance, economics, business, or a related field.

Employment Type

Employee

Experience

years

Vacancy

1