Senior Associate Director, Leveraged Finance (M&A Debt)

HSBC; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution is seeking an experienced Associate Director to join its UK Leveraged Finance team in Manchester. The successful candidate will assist in origination and lead the execution of bespoke lending solutions supporting private equity investments. Responsibilities include negotiating, structuring financing transactions, and managing deal teams. A background in commercial banking and M&A transactions, along with strong communication skills, is essential. The role offers a hybrid work model and requires occasional travel for client visits.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Enhanced maternity and adoption pay

Contributory pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in a commercial banking environment is essential.
• Experience in M&A transactions, especially private equity.
• Ability to lead complex lending solutions with various credit analysis techniques.
• A proven track record of managing complex projects and teams.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the origination and lead the execution of lending solutions.
• Negotiate with sponsors and M&A advisers.
• Structure and deliver credit facilities for transactions.
• Lead deal teams and ensure timely resource allocation.
• Monitor and develop junior team members.
• Encourage teamwork across regions and departments.

Skills

Commercial banking experience

M&A transactions financing

Credit analysis techniques

Project management

Communication skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Education

CSI Level 3 Certificate in Corporate Finance

Job description

A leading financial institution is seeking an experienced Associate Director to join its UK Leveraged Finance team in Manchester. The successful candidate will assist in origination and lead the execution of bespoke lending solutions supporting private equity investments. Responsibilities include negotiating, structuring financing transactions, and managing deal teams. A background in commercial banking and M&A transactions, along with strong communication skills, is essential. The role offers a hybrid work model and requires occasional travel for client visits.