Leverage Finance Associate

Crédit Agricole CIB; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading banking institution in London is seeking a dynamic Leverage Finance Associate to join their Corporate & Leveraged Finance team. The role involves preparing client pitches, collaborating on pricing, analyzing business opportunities, and managing portfolios. Ideal candidates will have an undergraduate degree, experience in leveraged credit or structured finance, and proficiency in financial modeling. This position offers the chance to work closely with experienced bankers on high-profile transactions.

Benefits

Collaborative work environment

Exposure to high-profile transactions

Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Qualifications

• Experience in leveraged credit and / or structured finance.
• Strong understanding of syndicated term loan and high‑yield bond markets.
• Proficiency in credit analysis, financial modelling, and memo drafting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of client pitches and market updates.
• Collaborate with syndicate desks on pricing rationales and comparables.
• Analyse new business opportunities and prepare internal credit and market committee memos.
• Support portfolio management through annual reviews and client monitoring.
• Build financial models for transactions and ensure compliance.
• Assist senior originators in reviewing and negotiating leveraged finance documentation.
• Create marketing materials and execution documents including roadshow presentations.
• Participate in due diligence, client calls, and roadshows.
• Conduct market research and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Judgement

Initiative / Proactive

Teamwork

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to think quickly

Flexibility

Resilience

Creativity

Education

Undergraduate degree or equivalent

High school / Secondary school / A levels / AS levels / IB

Tools

Excel

Job description

Job description

Business type: Corporate & Investment Banking

Job title

Leverage Finance Associate

Contract type

Permanent Contract

Management position

No

Job summary

Crédit Agricole CIB is seeking a dynamic and driven Leverage Finance Associate to join our Corporate & Leveraged Finance team in London. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a high-performing group responsible for originating, structuring, and executing leveraged loan and high‑yield bond transactions for private equity, telecom, and corporate clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of client pitches and market updates.
• Collaborate with syndicate desks on pricing rationales and comparables.
• Analyse new business opportunities and prepare internal credit and market committee memos.
• Support portfolio management through annual reviews and client monitoring.
• Build financial models for transactions and ensure compliance and documentation processes are completed.
• Assist senior originators in reviewing and negotiating leveraged finance documentation.
• Create marketing materials and execution documents including roadshow presentations and DD questionnaires.
• Participate in due diligence, client calls, and roadshows.
• Coordinate with internal teams (e.g. syndicate, legal, coverage, compliance) to deliver tailored solutions.
• Conduct market research and mentor junior team members.

What We’re Looking For

Essential

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent.
• Experience in leveraged credit and / or structured finance.
• Strong understanding of syndicated term loan and high‑yield bond markets.
• Familiarity with the financial sponsor community.
• Proficiency in credit analysis, financial modelling, and memo drafting.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritise effectively, and remain resilient.

Why Join Us?

You’ll be part of a collaborative and fast‑paced environment where initiative, creativity, and teamwork are valued. This role offers exposure to high‑profile transactions and the opportunity to work closely with senior bankers, legal experts, and external clients.

Supplementary Information

Join our team at Crédit Agricole CIB, the corporate and investment banking arm of the 10th largest banking group worldwide in terms of balance sheet size (The Banker, July 2025). We offer more than just a job.

You will be part of a dynamic and collaborative work environment where CSR is embraced in our day‑to‑day business operation, innovation is encouraged, and diversity is celebrated.

Crédit Agricole CIB, the first French bank to have committed to the Equator Principles, is a pioneer and global leader in sustainable finance. Our commitment to sustainability and corporate responsibility means that your work will have a positive impact on our communities and the environment.

With a people‑centric culture where everyone is valued, and opportunities for personal and professional growth, Crédit Agricole CIB is not just a place to work – it is where you make an impact.

Our hiring process is open to all and should you have any particular needs or you may require adjustments, please let us know.

Position location

Geographical area: Europe, United Kingdom

City: London

Candidate criteria

Minimal education level

High school / Secondary school / A levels / AS levels / IB

Academic qualification / Speciality

Desirable

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent

Experience

• Awareness of general business, financial and economic environment.
• Experience in leveraged credit and / or structured finance.
• Comprehensive understanding of the syndicated term loan and high‑yield bond markets and related products.

Required skills

• Judgement
• Initiative / Proactive
• Teamwork
• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to think quickly, make decisions and prioritise in pressured situations
• Remaining calm under pressure
• Flexibility
• Resilience
• Motivation
• Action Orientation
• Creativity
• Team Focus

Technical skills required

• Credit Analysis
• Financial Modelling
• Analytical research and memo drafting
• Excel
• Good verbal and presentation skills