Role Overview:
Investec is seeking a motivated and skilled Originator at the Associate level to join our Leveraged Finance and Direct Lending team. This pivotal role will contribute significantly to the achievement of Investec's objectives through the origination and execution of debt finance mandates, client acquisition, and facilitating cross-selling opportunities within our corporate client base. The primary responsibility will be executing new lending opportunities and monitoring the existing asset portfolio.
Key Responsibilities:
- Debt Financing: Originate and execute debt financing opportunities, primarily focusing on mid-market corporates (enterprise value €50-€500 million) in the UK, Ireland, and mainland Europe (DACH and Benelux).
- Client Acquisition: Acquire new clients, particularly sponsor-backed entities, while nurturing and expanding existing relationships.
- Deal Structuring: Lead the structuring and execution of multi-bank loan transactions, ensuring excellence in credit analysis, due diligence, financial modelling, and legal documentation negotiation.
- Portfolio Management: Monitor and manage a portfolio of existing assets, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with internal policies.
- Financial Targets: Contribute to achieving financial budgets and return hurdles, including income generation, return on capital (ROC), and capital efficiency measures.
- Team Development: Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment, mentoring colleagues and promoting personal development.
Core Skills and Knowledge:
Technical Skills:
- Native German speaker with extensive knowledge of the DACH financing market.
- Proven experience in corporate debt origination and execution, with a strong existing client base among debt providers and private equity firms.
- High competence in analysing financial statements and assessing operational and financial risks.
- Deep understanding of structured finance and investment markets, including the negotiation of legal documentation.
- Familiarity with the internal credit authorisation process and compliance frameworks.
Personal Attributes:
- A proactive deal-maker with a strong desire to execute high-quality transactions.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for building an asset portfolio and enhancing our brand reputation.
- Collaborative team player, able to work effectively in a non-hierarchical environment.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of building rapport with business leaders and decision-makers.
- Strong problem-solving and negotiation skills, with experience managing cross-functional teams.
