This AVP role focuses on the credit review and challenge of new leveraged finance transactions while managing a portfolio of leveraged loans. The position requires strong analytical skills, stakeholder engagement, and the ability to work very closely with front office. Client Details Our client is a leading international financial services group with a strong presence in EMEA, offering a full suite of corporate finance, investment banking, and capital markets solutions. Description As AVP you will lead credit review and discussions with Front Office, while challenging the broadline risks for new leveraged finance transactions.Act as lead analyst for a portfolio of leveraged loans, managing requests and approvals (waivers, amendments, annual reviews, credit monitoring/grading).Act as a trusted partner to Front OfficeInvolved in discussions with Front Office from very early stagesParticipate in Early Read Meetings, identifying key risks and issues.Collaborate with wider teams to review due diligence and credit applications.Evaluate and challenge risks in legal documentation.Propose credit strategy for Net Take and Underwrite requests.Constructively challenge assessments and work toward optimal solutions for the bank. Profile A successful AVP on the Leveraged Finance Credit team should have: A strong academic background in finance, economics, or a related field.Solid experience in credit analysis or related roles within banking and financial services.Proficiency in financial mo