12 Month Internship - Leveraged Finance
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Salary
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£45,800
Going rate
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This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2422 (100% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £45,800, and Crédit Agricole CIB is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
In 2025, Crédit Agricole CIB assigned 21 or more Certificates of Sponsorship for SOC 2422 jobs, according to the Home Office.
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What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2422 Finance and investment analysts and advisers Most likely code | £33,400 | £36,700 | £41,200 | £45,800 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Job Summary
The Corporate & Leveraged Finance group within Crédit Agricole CIB advises, originates, structures and executes bank and institutional leveraged loans and high yield bond financings for private equity backed and corporate clients (including TMT), with leading market positions in Europe and a strong presence globally. The Intern’s role involves a significant level of work on new / live large-cap finance transactions across sectors for a wide variety of clients of the bank. The role will also include assisting senior staff on the management of the portfolio.
Key Responsibilities;
- Conduct analysis of markets (business / sector / transactional / pricing comparables) and credit analysis of potential leveraged finance issuers.
- Assist the team in the preparation of marketing materials and pitches to both private equity and corporate clients.
- Financial modelling of transactions.
- Review confidentiality agreements alongside Legal.
- Draft summaries of new business opportunities for conflict check purposes.
- Review of Information Memoranda/ business plans/ due diligence/ term sheets.
- KYC – process new client on-boarding.
- Crédit Agricole monitoring tools – data entry, updating and ongoing review.
- Monitoring of portfolio company trading & developments/ account analysis/ waiver request processing etc.
- Drafting early stage credit applications and assisting senior staff on sections of full credit applications.
- Drafting annual review papers.
- Assistance to senior management in all other areas of the business as required.
Precise split of time will be determined on an ongoing basis dependent on business requirements at the time.
Start Date: December 2026
Minimal education level
Bachelor Degree / BSc Degree or equivalent
Academic qualification / Specialty
- Graduated within the past 18 months with a minimum 2:1 or equivalent
- Degree in Finance, Economics, or Mathematical field
Experience
- Awareness of general business, financial and economic environment
- Experience in Leveraged Finance and/or DCM
- Financial Modelling skills
Required skills
- Proactive and good team player
- Comfortable with deadlines and working under pressure
- Appetite to learn and for hard work
- Attention to detail
- Flexibility
- Interest in financial markets
Technical skills required
- Excellent analytical research and modelling skills (Excel)
- Strong English verbal and writing skills
Our commitment to you!
Make an impact that matters
Your work contributes to a social responsibility and sustainable future. As a founding signatory of the Equator Principles and a global leader in sustainable finance, we finance projects that benefit both people and the planet. You can extend your impact through our Charities Committee, which provides annual paid volunteering leave to support causes you care about.
Grow without limits
Access development opportunities across the Crédit Agricole Group; whether deepening expertise, exploring new skills or taking on roles across borders. Our structured mentoring programme connects you with experienced colleagues, while cross-functional projects and learning initiatives help you build the capabilities that matter most to you.
Thrive in a culture built on trust
Be part of a collaborative environment built on trust, autonomy, and empowerment. Diversity is celebrated through our SPRING Diversity network, and our Sports and Social Club fosters genuine connections beyond the workplace. Crédit Agricole CIB is not just a place to work, it is a place where you can make a positive impact.
Shape the future of banking
From digital transformation to innovative solutions, you are fully supported to challenge conventions and turn ideas into reality.
Join us
Our hiring process is open to all. Should you require any accommodations, please let us know..
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Where this offer sits in the market
Finance and investment analysts and advisers (SOC 2422) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~203k in sample- Middle half £36,296–68,744
- Median £49,816
- Going rate £45,800
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–41,200
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Crédit Agricole CIB holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. In 2025, Crédit Agricole CIB assigned 21 or more Certificates of Sponsorship for SOC 2422 jobs, according to the Home Office. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2422 going rate of £45,800. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.