Associate Director - Strategic Finance

We are expanding our Strategic Finance team in the North West as part of an ambitious growth plan to significantly increase our presence in the mid‑market and sponsor‑backed segment. This is a unique opportunity to join a high‑performing team with strong momentum and a clear mandate to grow.

As an Associate Director, you will support the origination, structuring and execution of complex senior debt transactions across the North West. You will be responsible for deal leadership from initial origination through to execution, building a high‑quality portfolio of mid‑market, corporate and sponsor‑backed clients.

You will work closely with Senior Directors across the end‑to‑end origination, evaluation and execution of senior cashflow and asset‑based lending transactions. You will help develop deep relationships with private equity sponsors, corporate clients and professional advisers, positioning yourself as a trusted partner in the regional deal ecosystem and enhancing the visibility of our Strategic Finance team in the North West.

While operating across the North West, there is a particular strategic focus on expanding our presence in the Merseyside market. You will support the development of a strong local network, increase in‑market activity, and develop new client relationships in the region.

You will combine origination and relationship management to build a high‑quality portfolio of larger customers, strengthen our presence with mid‑market and corporate clients, sponsors and professional advisers.

Hybrid working is offered wherever possible. You will be covering the North West region and will need to be based locally, with regular travel to meet customers across the region and to collaborate in our office sites, primarily in Manchester or Chester on a weekly basis.

As a minimum requirement, you will have/be:

• Demonstrable experience supporting mid‑market or corporate clients, with a clear understanding of complex business environments and a commitment to delivering excellent customer outcomes
• Proven financial and analytical capability, including robust modelling, valuation and hands‑on deal experience
• Solid accounting and corporate finance knowledge, with the ability to apply commercial judgement to structuring and credit decisions
• Good market awareness, with the ability to interpret sector trends and translate insights into informed decision‑making
• Highly organised and delivery‑focused, able to manage multiple work streams and operate effectively under pressure
• Exceptional communication and relationship‑building skills, with the ability to engage confidently with internal stakeholders, clients and advisers
• A professional qualification (e.g. Chartered Banker, ACA/ACCA or equivalent)

• Access to private medical insurance
• A highly competitive pension to help you build a strong foundation for retirement
• Access to an annual performance‑related bonus
• Training and development to help you progress your career
• A great selection of additional benefits through our salary sacrifice scheme
• Life assurance to provide peace of mind for you and your loved ones in the event of your death
• Wellhub – access to a range of free and paid options for health and wellness
• Up to 2 days of paid volunteering a year