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Associate - Debt & Structured Finance – Amsterdam Based

For your application to be considered, it is required that you submit a thoughtful and considered cover letter that clearly articulates your motivations for wanting to join the JLL debt & structured finance team. Note, that cover letters that are copy & pasted from other applications will not be considered.

We are looking for an Associate level individual to join our Debt and Structured Finance team in Amsterdam.

We are open to candidates that would be available to start in April 2026.

Role Overview

JLL Debt & Structured Finance are expanding their 40-strong European team and are seeking an associate that is looking to build a successful career in Real Estate Finance. You will be joining a collaborative and highly active team, where you will work closely with analysts and directors. You will play a leading role in transactions, underwriting and executing financing advisory assignments, as well as driving pitches and origination activities across pan-EMEA markets.

• Our team's client base includes many of the world's largest real estate investment firms, and we cover all asset classes across major European jurisdictions.
• We have completed $33Bn+ of financing transactions in the past 24 months, across 19 European countries.
• This diverse offering is unique in the marketplace and gives associates the opportunity to lead transactions across a broad array of profiles.
• The Debt & Structured Finance team works closely with other Capital Markets teams within JLL, offering valuable exposure to other segments of the industry.
• The Debt & Structured Finance team offers a clear career path to business production and client relationship management.
• We are searching for candidates looking for a role where they can grow into client-facing responsibilities, as mentorship and organic growth are foundational cultural principles.

Day-to-Day Activities

Transaction Leadership & Execution: 

• Lead underwriting across all property sectors and business plans (investment, value-add, ground-up development, etc.) across major European jurisdictions.
• Oversee complex financial modelling and scenario analysis, mentoring junior team members on detailed unlevered and levered scenarios.
• Take ownership of financing memoranda preparation, coordinating with clients, analysts, directors and graphics teams.
• Lead lender outreach activities, managing Q&A processes, coordinating feedback, and maintaining key lender relationships
• Coordinate transaction management during closing processes.

Business Development & Client Management: 

• Drive business generation activities including major pitches, client presentations, and strategic relationship development
• Lead preparation of detailed RFP responses and pitch decks to secure new mandates.
• Engage in client relationship management and idea generation across the EMEA region.

Team Leadership & Coordination: 

• Mentor and supervise analyst-level staff on transaction execution and market knowledge.
• Help with team improvement projects and team level marketing and business origination initiatives.

Requirements

Essential Qualifications & Experience: 

• Degree in Real Estate, Banking & Finance, Economics or Business Administration from a reputable University.
• 2-4 years of professional experience in Real Estate Finance, Investment Banking, Loan Sales or related financial services.
• Proven track record in financial analysis, deal execution, or client relationship management.
• Previous experience in a client-facing or business development capacity preferred.
• Fluent in English and Dutch in both speech and writing.

Key Skills & Competencies: 

• Advanced analytical skills and complex problem-solving ability.
• Excellent Excel and PowerPoint skills with financial modelling expertise.
• Strong leadership capabilities and ability to mentor junior staff.
• Excellent client communication and relationship-building skills.
• Commercial acumen with business development orientation.
• Ability to manage multiple complex transactions simultaneously.
• Self-motivated with strong initiative and organizational skills.
• Collaborative approach while able to work independently on senior-level responsibilities.

Diversity and Inclusion is at the heart of JLL. We believe in recruiting, retaining, rewarding and developing all our employees with regard to their abilities and contributions and without reference to their background, gender, gender identity, ethnic origin, age, religion, sexual orientation, political belief, disability or long-term health condition.

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Location:

On-site –Amsterdam, NLD

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements.  We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

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