Director, Debt Advisory - Paris

Job Title: Director - Debt Advisory

Location: Paris, France
Sector: Investment Banking - Mid-Market

About the Firm

A leading mid-market investment bank with a strong European footprint is seeking a seasoned Debt Advisory Director to join its Paris office. The firm is known for its entrepreneurial culture, high-quality execution, and deep relationships across private equity, corporates, and lenders.

Role Overview

As a Director in the Debt Advisory team, you will lead the origination and execution of financing mandates across a range of sectors, with a focus on mid-market transactions. You will work closely with clients, lenders, and internal teams to deliver tailored capital structure solutions, including acquisition financing, refinancing, recapitalisations, and growth capital.

Key Responsibilities

• Originate and lead debt advisory mandates, including sponsor-backed and corporate transactions.
• Structure and negotiate financing solutions across senior, unitranche, mezzanine, and other alternative debt instruments.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with private equity firms, corporates, and lending institutions.
• Manage transaction execution from pitch to close, including financial modelling, lender presentations, and process coordination.
• Mentor and develop junior team members.
• Collaborate with M&A and sector teams to identify integrated opportunities.

Candidate Profile

• Proven track record in debt advisory or leveraged finance, ideally with mid-market transaction experience.
• Strong network across lenders and private equity sponsors in France and Europe.
• Fluent in French and English.
• Excellent technical skills in credit analysis, structuring, and negotiation.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to drive origination and build client relationships.
• Prior experience in investment banking, debt advisory boutiques, or leveraged finance teams at banks.

Why Join?

• Lead high-impact transactions in a dynamic and growing team.
• Entrepreneurial culture with direct access to senior leadership.
• Strong pipeline of sponsor and corporate mandates.
• Competitive compensation and long-term career development.