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About Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank (Crédit Agricole CIB)
Crédit Agricole CIB is the corporate and investment banking arm of Crédit Agricole Group, the 10th largest banking group worldwide in terms of balance sheet size (The Banker, July 2022).
8,600 employees in more than 30 countries across Europe, the Americas, Asia-Pacific, the Middle-East and North Africa, support the Bank's clients, meeting their financial needs throughout the world.
Crédit Agricole CIB offers its large corporate and institutional clients a range of products and services in capital market activities, investment banking, structured finance, commercial banking and international trade.
The Bank is a pioneer in the area of climate finance, and is currently a market leader in this segment with a complete offer for all its clients.
By working every day in the interest of society, we are a Group committed to diversity and inclusion and place people at the heart of all our transformations. All our job offersare open to persons with disabilities.
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By working every day in the interest of society, we are a group committed to diversity and inclusion. All our positions are open to people with disabilities.
Reference
2025-105378
Update date
21/10/2025
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.
- Conduct market research and mentor junior team members.
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.
Join our team at Crédit Agricole CIB, the corporate and investment banking arm of 10th largest banking group worldwide in terms of balance sheet size (The Banker, July 2025). We offer more than just a job.
You will be part of a dynamic and collaborative work environment where CSR is embraced in our day-to-day business operation, innovation is encouraged and diversity is celebrated.
Crédit Agricole CIB, the first French bank to have committed to the Equator Principles, is a pioneer and global leader in sustainable finance. Our commitment to sustainability and corporate responsibility means that your work will have a positive impact on our communities and the environment.
With a people-centric culture where everyone is valued, and opportunities for personal and professional growth, Crédit Agricole CIB is not just a place to work – it is where you make an impact.
Our hiring process is open to all and should you have any particular needs or you may require adjustments, please let us know.
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