Associate Director in CIR, Corporate Banking, London

Overview

In this role you will support the CIR team in London by developing client relationships across the UK and Switzerland, structuring and evaluating lending transactions, and coordinating across product areas to deliver tailored financing solutions. You’ll work closely with Directors and senior bankers to drive client growth and manage risk through rigorous credit analysis and execution. The role offers exposure to a diverse European client base and opportunities to influence transactions from origination to close. You will be part of an international, collaborative platform that values high performance and inclusivity.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop relationships with corporate clients across the UK and Switzerland
• Structure, analyse and conduct due diligence on lending transactions
• Assess credit requirements of existing and prospective clients
• Prepare high-quality credit submissions and risk adjudication presentations
• Analyse financial statements, forecasts and financial models to support lending decisions
• Support transaction execution, including amendments and review of legal documentation
• Monitor client portfolios, covenant compliance and industry developments
• Provide day-to-day account management and relationship support to clients
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, lenders, legal counsel and internal stakeholders
• Partner with Directors and senior stakeholders on client marketing, pitches and business development initiatives
• Identify new business opportunities and support prospecting activities across target sectors

Key requirements

• Corporate Banking, Credit Analysis or related financial services experience
• Strong financial accounting and financial modelling capabilities
• Experience conducting credit analysis and preparing credit recommendations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Collaborative approach and commitment to delivering excellent client outcomes
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive, results-oriented mindset

• collaborative
• client-focused
• time management
• financial accounting
• financial modelling
• credit analysis

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