Infrastructure Debt Advisory Associate

Jefferies Group LLC; City of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial advisory firm in London is seeking an Investment Banking Associate to work on infrastructure debt advisory projects. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience in investment banking with strong financial modeling skills. This role involves structuring deals, managing client relationships, and conducting market analysis. A bachelor’s degree in Finance or related fields is required, along with proficiency in tools like Excel and Bloomberg. This is a full-time position.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in investment banking, project finance, or similar.
• Strong knowledge of infrastructure sectors.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in structuring and executing transactions.
• Cultivate and maintain strong client relationships.
• Perform in-depth industry research and analysis.

Skills

Financial modeling

Valuation techniques

Analytical frameworks

Client relationship management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field

CFA qualification preferred

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Bloomberg

Capital IQ

FactSet

Job description

As an Investment Banking Associate in Jefferies’ Infrastructure Debt Advisory team, you will work on high-impact, large-scale infrastructure projects across sectors like energy, transportation, utilities, telecom, and renewables. This role requires a deep understanding of infrastructure finance, project finance, and financial modeling, along with a commitment to fostering client relationships and driving complex deals from start to finish.

Key Responsibilities

Deal Structuring & Execution

• Assist in structuring, negotiating, and executing transactions, including debt and equity financing, mergers & acquisitions (M&A), and other advisory services related to infrastructure assets.
• Prepare financial models, valuations, and detailed financial analyses to support deal structuring.
• Conduct risk analysis and assess capital structures to provide insights into deal feasibility.

Client Relationship Management

• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with corporate clients, institutional investors, government entities, and infrastructure-focused private equity firms.
• Act as a primary point of contact, coordinating between clients and internal teams to ensure smooth transaction progression and delivery.
• Present financing solutions, market insights, and updates to clients and support senior bankers in managing client expectations.

Research & Market Analysis

• Perform in-depth industry research, including competitive landscape, regulatory impacts, and sector-specific trends in the infrastructure and project finance sectors.
• Analyze market conditions, identify potential deal opportunities, and provide insights on strategic direction for Jefferies and our clients.
• Develop and maintain robust financial models to support transaction due diligence and valuation analysis.
• Perform sensitivity analyses and scenario modeling to gauge financial viability and assess various financing options.
• Provide detailed quantitative support for pricing discussions, credit reviews, and financial proposals.
• Assist in preparing investment memoranda, term sheets, presentations, and other documents for internal approval and client presentations.
• Support the due diligence process, including legal, financial, and technical aspects of potential deals, in collaboration with third-party advisors and internal compliance teams.
• Collaborate with junior analysts, providing guidance and oversight on modeling, data analysis, and research tasks.
• Work closely with senior bankers and other divisions to ensure alignment and knowledge sharing across the team.
• Contribute to a high-performance culture, focusing on excellence, innovation, and client-first values.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field (including Mathematics, Engineering, sciences). CFA qualification preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in investment banking, project finance, infrastructure finance, or a similar role within a top-tier financial institution or advisory firm.
• Strong knowledge of infrastructure sectors, including renewable energy, transportation, telecom, utilities, or related fields.
• Proficiency in financial modeling, valuation techniques, and analytical frameworks for project finance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial concepts to clients and senior management effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and clients in a fast-paced environment, with keen attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Advanced skills in Excel, PowerPoint, and Bloomberg; familiarity with financial databases and tools such as Capital IQ, FactSet, or similar.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Finance, Administrative, and Strategy/Planning
• Investment Banking, Financial Services, and Capital Markets

Location: London, England, United Kingdom