Debt Restructuring - Associate

Overview of Role

Rothschild & Co is a leading global financial services group with seven generations of family control and a history of over 200 years at the centre of the world's financial markets. Our expertise, intellectual capital and global network enable us to provide a distinct perspective that makes a meaningful difference to our clients, communities and planet. We have 4,600 talented specialists on the ground in over 40 countries around the world, enabling us to deliver a unique global perspective across four market-leading business divisions – Global Advisory, Wealth Management, Asset Management and Five Arrows.

As a family-controlled business built on relationships, we place a huge emphasis on our people and finding the right colleagues to take our business forward. Rothschild & Co is committed to an inclusive and supportive environment where different perspectives are valued. We are focused on the attraction and recruitment, development and retention and progression of high calibre talent to ensure we and our clients benefit from the value of difference.

Be an integral member of the deal team by participating in transactions, including:

• Reviewing term sheets, legal implementation and debt documents, and defining supporting analysis and arguments for negotiation purposes
• Building and analysing dynamic financial models to assess impact on company’s cashflows and evaluate stakeholder returns in various balance sheet restructuring outcomes
• Researching, analysing and following up on potential restructuring targets
• Supporting senior bankers’ marketing initiatives to deliver pitch materials to specification

• A level or equivalent: AAA or above
• Degree or equivalent: 2:1 or above

• Strong modelling capabilities with good experience forecasting cashflows and debt
• Familiarity with various debt instruments (bonds, loans, senior/junior/mezzanine, secured/unsecured) and understanding of the European debt market is desirable but not essential
• Solid analytical skills with high level of creativity and ability to think strategically to find solutions to complex problems
• Ability to communicate clearly, persuade and influence
• Must have ability to be proactive, persevere, overcome setbacks and deliver results and lead processes
• Ability to recognise fee-generating opportunities and identify potential restructuring targets
• Understand the drivers and valuation metrics of relevant sectors

Our goal is to have a balanced, inclusive and flexible environment which enables all colleagues to achieve their personal and professional aspirations, and to ensure that Rothschild & Co provides longer term opportunities for talent. This is a certified role.