What is the opportunity?

This is a chance to be involved in the day-to-day management of the portfolio from a credit and relationship management perspective including the preparation of credit reviews / applications, the monitoring of transaction performance and the analysis of transactions / proposals received from portfolio companies / private equity sponsors.

These positions offer an exciting and challenging career opportunity to work in a dynamic and flexible environment where there is an opportunity to develop a full range of credit, relationship management and business development skills in an international context.

In this role, you will:

• Ensuring high standards of credit & risk management and monitoring of a portfolio of leveraged deals across a variety of sectors / geographies and capital structures.
• Timely completion of credit papers and reviews through the in-depth assessment of financial and non-financial information, ensuring a thorough and balanced evaluation of the relevant transaction.
• Proactive identification / harnessing of business development opportunities across the LAF portfolio including responsibility for managing transactions on the portfolio (M&A, add-on, dividend recapitalisation, refinance, etc.) from initial analysis / Credit Application stage through to execution / closing.
• Development and maintenance of good working relationships across key partners including Borrowers, Private Equity Sponsors, Lenders, and other market participants. Participation in lender/client meetings / calls (may include some overseas travel).
• Demonstrate the importance of risk culture, including adherence to relevant compliance and regulatory controls.

What will make you stand out?

• Ideally have previous portfolio management experience or proven ability to handle transactions / customer lending relationships independently.
• Excellent communication skills including problem solving, negotiation & influencing abilities.
• Interest in credit and risk identification and assessment, financial analysis and credit writing.
• Capability, demeanor and initiative to handle a diverse workload within timeframes.
• Capacity to build alliances and relationships with internal and external partners.
• Capability to work independently and to contribute as part of a team.

While not crucial to apply the following would be a strong bonus!

• Solid understanding of legal/ loan documentation
• Financial modelling skills.

Essential qualifications

There are no minimum educational requirements for these roles.

More about the team

Leveraged Finance is a key business within the Specialist Banking unit of the Corporate & Commercial Banking division, with offices in Dublin, London, Paris, Frankfurt, Madrid, Stamford and Chicago. Its directive is to originate, structure and arrange acquisition debt facilities in support of key private equity clients with assets sourced across the UK, European and US leveraged loan markets.

This is a hybrid role, based primarily at Baggot Plaza, Dublin 4. We typically ask colleagues to spend a minimum of 8 days per month working in-person to support teamwork and connection. Specific arrangements will be confirmed by your recruiter to ensure they meet the needs of the role and team.

Why work with us?

The Bank of Ireland company culture prioritises work-life balance with an opportunity for flexible working, along with 23 days annual leave and excellent pension contributions. Family can mean different things to different people; we offer 6 months paid maternity leave, an innovative fertility and surrogacy policy and working parent supports.

Your wellbeing is important to us; we have an employee assistance program, WebDoctor and financial wellbeing coaches available. We also encourage and support staff to pursue educational and professional qualifications to grow and enhance your career!

Key Competencies

• Customer Focused - Self
• Manage Risk - Self
• Be Decisive - Self
• Take Ownership - Self
• Better together - Self

Bank of Ireland Group is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace which values and benefits from the diversity of our workforce. We offer reasonable accommodation at every stage of the application and interview process.

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We are on a continuous journey to build an inclusive and diverse workplace. We have recently partnered with Auticon, to improve inequalities in employment for neurodivergent adults.

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Flexible Working

We're committed to giving our colleagues the flexibility they need to thrive. Our hybrid working model is central to this approach, enabling more productive ways of working while supporting a healthier work-life balance.

For roles that offer hybrid working, we typically ask that colleagues spend a minimum of 8 days per month working in-person. Specific working arrangements will be confirmed with your recruiter to ensure they meet the requirements of the role and the team you will be joining.

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Our Benefits

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Pay & Perks

Competitive pay package
Premium pension contribution
Pay reviews & profit-share scheme
Financial wellbeing coaches
Excellent healthcare contributions

Work-Life Balance

23 days annual leave
Flexible leave: buy or sell your days
6 months paid maternity leave
Fertility and surrogacy policies
Working parent and carer supports

Career Growth

Support for professional qualifications
Award-winning career framework
Clear pathways for development and progression

Hear what San San has to say:

"At Bank of Ireland there's a range of development programmes and supports. That brings fresh opportunities and the chance to futureproof my career."

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