Associate Director - Infrastructure Origination

Your new companyAssociate Director (VP Level) - Infrastructure Origination & Execution

A leading European Institution is seeking an experienced Associate Director (VP Level) to join its Infrastructure Origination & Execution team in London. This role focusses on originating and executing infrastructure debt transactions across Europe, with a particular emphasis on Southern European markets. Fluency in Spanish or Italian is highly desirable to support client engagement and deal flow in those regions.Your new role

• Originate and execute infrastructure debt transactions, including project finance and acquisition finance.
• Build and maintain relationships with sponsors, advisors, and other market participants.
• Lead transaction structuring, credit analysis, and internal approval processes.
• Manage due diligence and coordinate with external advisors.
• Monitor market trends and identify new business opportunities.
• Collaborate with colleagues across European offices.

What you'll need to succeed

• 3-5+ years of experience in infrastructure/project finance, preferably within a bank, advisory firm, or infrastructure fund.
• Strong financial modelling and credit analysis skills.
• Proven track record in executing infrastructure transactions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Fluency in English required; Spanish or Italian language skills strongly preferred.
• Team-oriented with a proactive and entrepreneurial mindset.

What you'll get in return

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Exposure to high-profile transactions across the UK & Europe.
• Collaborative and international working environment.
• Career development opportunities within a leading infrastructure lender.

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