Associate Director- Leveraged & Acquisition Finance

First Abu Dhabi Bank is an inclusive environment where each person values the experiences, perspectives, ideas and beliefs of others. We’re in a unique position to learn from all our colleagues, combining international experience with deep cultural knowledge and local
expertise. At FAB, you’ll have the support of your team and a strong relationship with your line manager, who will trust you with responsibility and recognize your good performance. As we embrace different ways of seeing the world, listening to each other and respecting
different viewpoints, we grow stronger together.

Job Purpose:

Key role within the Global Corporate Finance (GCF) team focused on originating, evaluating and executing Leveraged & Acquisition Finance (LAF) transactions with CIB clients of the Bank. He/She shall work closely with relationship managers in coverage, GCF colleagues, as well as other internal stakeholders to support the development of strategic relationships with a variety of obligors (corporates, family groups, GREs, investors and financial institutions) by identifying solutions and lending opportunities aligned to FAB’s risk parameters and targets.

The role shall require:

• Evaluating, structuring and executing new deals along with the coverage & credit team
• Take a proactive approach to deal origination, conduct analysis, propose debt structures and help develop solutions for clients, and help differentiate FAB vis-à-vis market competitors
• Hands-on role to modelling, documentation and  engagement with internal parties and external advisors
• Assist in managing existing loan portfolio and prepare MIS and reports from time to time
• Analyse financing requirements and help develop a point of view in support of senior loan origination team members
• Assist in negotiating terms with borrowers and other lenders, and drive documentation based on LMA standards
• Work in a timely manner, taking ownership of projects once allocated

 Budgets Plans & MIS:

Ensure internal reporting is accurate and timely, and support the Head of LAF on strategic initiatives including budgeting and business planning

Internal Collaboration:

Maintain strong internal relations and collaborate with Coverage partners, Legal, Credit and Operations in order to ensure timely execution of transactions

Policies, Systems, Processes, & Procedures

Implement departmental policies, systems, and procedures so that all relevant procedural/ legislative requirements are fulfilled while delivering a quality and cost-effective service.

• 5 years of experience in corporate lending transactions
• Strong credit assessment skills including excellent debt/cash flow modelling experience, and knowledge of accounting principles
• Some experience of corporate valuation including DCF, CompCos, and LBO methodologies
• Good grasp of legal concepts and loan mechanics, with first-hand experience documenting loan transactions (LMA standard documentation for syndicated, leveraged deals)
• Desire to step up and project manage multi-party financing transactions
• Effective communicator, both written and verbal.  Able to present complex topics to a senior audience, with good grasp of details
• Ability to work under pressure, stay calm, and adjust quickly to changing priorities
• Attention to detail and quality of work product