Principal European Real Estate Credit, Debt Capital Markets

Ares Management; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global investment management firm in London is seeking a Principal to enhance its European Debt Capital Markets team. The role involves structuring innovative debt financing solutions and managing relationships with lenders. Candidates should possess extensive experience in commercial real estate financing, debt management, and analytical skills. Strong proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with structured finance are required. The position promotes an inclusive and collaborative work culture.

Qualifications

• 10-12 years of experience in commercial real estate financing in Europe.
• Expertise in debt due diligence and transaction management.
• Experience managing performing and non-performing loans.
• Familiarity with structured finance arrangements.
• Proficiency in MS suite and market research services.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end borrowing lifecycle.
• Monitor market trends and develop lender relationships.
• Oversee watch-listed and non-performing loans.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external parties.
• Contribute to capital raising initiatives and process improvement.

Skills

Debt due diligence

Transaction management

Commercial real estate financing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Job description

Principal, European Real Estate Credit, Debt Capital Markets page is loaded## Principal, European Real Estate Credit, Debt Capital Marketslocations: London, UKtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R7322### *Over the last 20 years, Ares’ success has been driven by our people and our culture. Today, our team is guided by our core values – Collaborative, Responsible, Entrepreneurial, Self-Aware, Trustworthy – and our purpose to be a catalyst for shared prosperity and a better future. Through our recruitment, career development and employee-focused programming, we are committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive work environment where high-performance talent of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives can build careers within this exciting and growing industry.***Job Description**Ares Management is seeking a Principal to join its European Debt Capital Markets team in London. This team plays a critical role in sourcing, structuring, and executing debt financing solutions that support the firm’s European real estate credit strategies.The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in commercial real estate debt and demonstrate expertise across:* Secured loan and structured finance documentation* Credit facility structuring, including loan-on-loan and repo arrangements* Transactional banking and liquidity managementWorking closely with internal stakeholders and external counterparties, this role will focus on originating innovative financing facilities for debt investment strategies. The Principal will provide proactive advice on pricing, structuring, and liability management to optimise execution and deliver best-in-class outcomes.**Responsibilities:*** **Origination & Structuring -** Lead the end-to-end borrowing lifecycle, including RFP delivery, lender engagement, financial modelling, negotiation of facility and security documentation, and drawdown execution.* **Market Intelligence, Lender Coverage & Advisory -** Monitor market trends and leverage platform scale to optimise pricing, structure, and execution. Develop and oversee broad-based network of key lender relationships. Provide strategic advice on liability management and capital structure optimization.* **Loan Performance & Risk Management -** Oversee watch-listed and non-performing loans, conduct forward-looking performance assessments against underwriting standards, and advise on concession or waiver requests.* **Collaboration & Stakeholder Management -** Work closely with internal teams and external parties—including legal, asset management, portfolio management, and lenders—to ensure seamless coordination across Ares’ debt and equity strategies in Europe and the US.* **Strategic Projects & Process Improvement -** Contribute to capital raising initiatives and support projects aimed at enhancing loan and hedge reporting, transactional banking, and operational efficiency.**Skills and Experience:*** Ten to twelve years of experience in commercial real estate financing in Europe* Expertise in debt due diligence and transaction management* Experience in underwriting and/or managing performing and non-performing loans but also granular property knowledge* Familiarity with LMA structured finance, loan on loan facilities, and repo financing arrangements* Excellent time management, organizational skills* Strong analytical, written, verbal, and critical thinking skills* Driven, proactive, attentive, collaborative, self-motivated, and team-oriented* Proficiency in MS suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and market research services* Knowledge of European languages (German, Dutch, Italian, French, or other) is an asset* High ethical standards required**Reporting Relationships**Partner, Co-Head of Capital Solutions*There is no set deadline to apply for this job opportunity. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the search is no longer active.*Ares Management Corporation (NYSE: ARES) is a leading global alternative investment manager offering clients complementary primary and secondary investment solutions across the credit, real estate, private equity and infrastructure asset classes. We seek to provide flexible capital to support businesses and create value for our stakeholders and within our communities. By collaborating across our investment groups, we aim to generate consistent and attractive investment returns throughout market cycles. As of September 30, 2025, Ares Management's global platform had approximately $596 billion of assets under management(1) with more than 4,200 employees operating across North America, South America, Europe, Asia Pacific and the Middle East. For more information, please visit .Ares Management LLC (together with its related operating and administrative subsidiaries, “Ares Management”) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ethnicity, creed, sex, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, military or veteran status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity and expression, transgender status, genetic information, status as unemployed, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.Ares Management will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.(1) As of September 30, 2025. AUM amounts include funds managed by Ivy Hill Asset Management, LP., a wholly owned portfolio company of Ares Capital Corporation and registered investment adviser.