Leveraged Finance Associate

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.

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.