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.
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