VP Leveraged Finance Portfolio (Joint Ventures)

About Our ClientOur client is a leading international financial institution with a strong presence across Europe, known for its structured lending expertise and collaborative culture. The organisation is expanding its Joint Venture footprint and is investing in talent to support the growth of its European leveraged finance platform.

Job DescriptionAs Vice President, you will support the management of existing and new Joint Venture programmes within the wider Structured Finance arm; This is an opportunity to apply your leveraged finance expertise in a strategic, cross-functional setting with exposure to legal documentation, credit analysis, and structured lending.

You will be the first VP hire in a newly created role, shaping how Joint Venture programmes are managed across a growing European leveraged finance platform.

Conducting detailed credit analysis of transactions and preparing credit submissions for new transactions, amendments, waivers on exiting accounts, and re-financing opportunities

Handling programme-level amendments and negotiations with internal credit teams and external Joint Venture partners

Preparing regular and ad hoc reporting for senior stakeholders and Joint Venture boards

Collaborating with legal, tax, and operational teams during programme setup and execution

Occasionally supporting asset-level credit analysis and deal reviews

Mentoring junior team members and contributing to broader department projects

Building strong relationships across internal departments and external programme partners

The Successful ApplicantI''m keen to speak with candidates who have experience as follows:

Strong experience in European leveraged finance, ideally from execution or portfolio management

Deep credit analysis skills, including financial modelling and interpretation of legal documentation

Excellent communication and organisational abilities, with a collaborative mindset

Interest in programme structuring and legal mechanics; securitisation exposure is a plus

Ability to manage multiple workstreams and mentor junior colleagues

Familiarity with stakeholder engagement across credit, operations, and external partners

What’s on Offer

A competitive salary

Permanent role

Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

An engaging work environment in London, offering exposure to senior stakeholders.

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