Would you like to work for one of the World's largest banks in an exciting, dynamic and international environment? 

We are currently recruiting for an Associate for our Leveraged Finance Division in Frankfurt. 

MUFG Bank Europe N.V. (MBE) is a fully owned subsidiary of Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), one of the largest ranked Financial Groups in the world in terms of assets. A world-class set of businesses and more than 180,000 employees in 50 markets. MUFG offers stability in an ever-changing market, providing services to high-profile clients worldwide. For more than 50 years MBE offers corporate and investment banking services to both Japanese and non-Japanese corporate customers. 
 
At MBE we are committed to contributing to a more sustainable future. Thus, we will encourage you to embed environmental, social & governance (ESG) factors in your everyday work and in our culture.

Function positioning 

The Leveraged Finance group is responsible for the origination, structuring and execution of LBOs with financial sponsors and for working alongside relationship managers and other coverage functions within the bank for the origination and execution of transactions for leveraged corporates.  The group is also responsible for the management of its portfolio of leveraged loans. 

The core functions of this role are:

• Assist senior LF and Sponsor Coverage team members with the delivery of the structuring and execution of transactions across the team (private equity and corporate clients)
• Assist senior team members with the onboarding of new clients, working alongside relationship
• Assisting with the management of the group’s portfolio of leveraged loans 

You can achieve this by: 

• Conduct industry and company analysis as directed
• Develop relevant analysis including financial models, sensitivity scenarios, the impact of potential reorganisations, disposals, IPO’s, synergies, key ratios analysis (including where appropriate credit rating agencies'), and make informed judgements on the available liquidity to advise decision making at senior levels 
• Support the preparation and presentation of (i) the necessary client marketing and financing materials (presentations, pitch books etc.) and (ii) the supporting internal approval documents (credit applications, screening applications, models etc.) in coordination with other deal team members
• Support all aspects of deal execution as may be required during the development and execution of a mandate
• Work collaboratively across the wider team to support the various Sponsor Coverage and product coverage teams as and when the need arises
• Build relationships throughout MUFG to establish a peer network, gather relevant information and help to ensure effective inter-departmental collaboration
• Build relationships at the appropriate business levels to create and maintain trust with corporate clients, private equity funds and partner banks on transactions
• Support Relationship Managers to maintain an ongoing dialogue with clients to maximize MUFG's opportunities to win future business
• Support  the  leveraged  portfolio  team  in  ongoing  monitoring  of  a  defined  number  of  accounts and assisting in waivers and amendments, as well as identifying refinancing and ancillary opportunities, engaging with clients as appropriate
• Work collaboratively across the wider team to support the various functions as and when the need arises
• Conduct initial compliance and KYC checks for leveraged finance clients in line with internal and external processes and procedures 

In order to be successful in the role, you will need the following skills and experience: 

Working experience including: 

• Experience working within a banking/advisory or transactional environment
• Basic understanding of TLA, TLB, HY and 2nd lien instruments and initial transaction experience thereof
• Experience in all aspects of financial modelling (M&A, LBO and ratings)
• Experience in managing execution of transactions (including relevant U/W and credit process) within tight timeframes is advantageous
• Experience in supporting credit analysis and due diligence
• Transaction experience in several EMEA geographies, comfortable working in different cultures and capable of flexing style to accommodate our target sponsor and corporate client base is advantageous

Functional / Technical Competencies including: 

• Detailed understanding and practical experience of financial modelling
• Understanding of the fundamentals of deal structuring
• Basic knowledge of leveraged legal documentation
• Sound credit skills at an intermediate level
• Basic negotiation skills with internal partners
• A good team player with excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to effectively manage tight deadlines and different stakeholders
• Clear communication skills both written and oral
• Basic knowledge of leveraged debt capital markets and M&A dynamics
• Corporate finance principles/accounting knowledge 

Personal requirements:  

Integrity and Responsibility  

• Balance Risk with Opportunity
• Customer Focus
• Demonstrate Global Perspective 

Professionalism and Teamwork 

• Drive For Results
• Collaborate and Build Partnerships
• Communicate Effectively and Professionally 

Challenge Ourselves to Grow 

• Influence and Inspire Others
• Lead Change & Seek Continuous Improvement
• Think Strategically
• Manage and Develop Talent 

Furthermore, we will offer you: 

• Gross salary based on experience and consistent with the market including bonus payment
• Employer contribution to a pension programme (BVV)
• Contribution to capital forming benefits (“Vermögenswirksame Leistungen”)
• Sponsorship of a job ticket to fifty percent
• Lunch allowance
• Flextime to support your personal work-life-balance (“Gleitzeit”)
• Further training and educational programs, e.g. language courses
• Corporate benefits
• To work in an ambitious, international environment with colleagues from different countries and cultures, who strive for the best  

For more information regarding this position, you can contact our Talent Acquisition Specialist at: ayhan.catak@nl.mufg.jp