Deloitte’s Debt & Capital Advisory team is seeking an Associate based in Warsaw to support its growing business in Poland and the CEE region. The successful candidate will be expected to have the ability to work across a broad range of debt products and markets and will join a dedicated team focused on raising and restructuring of debt banking and non-banking debt , Structured Finance, Project Finance, Leverage Finance and Alternative Lending space.

This role requires the ability to work in a focused team environment, evidencing strong communication skills and having a very good understanding of financial modelling. The role also requires the individual to have strong written and presentation skills, good organization skills and knowledge and experience in working in transaction-driven environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated individual seeking to make a significant impact within a large financial service group by assisting in the continued growth of our dynamic financial advisory business.

We are looking for someone who demonstrates the following personal attributes and qualifications:

• 1-3 years of relevant (transactional) experience gained within the banking or investment industry with exposure to leveraged finance, debt capital markets, structured finance/securitization, restructuring and/or direct lending, project finance projects,
• Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills and the ability to translate quantitative analysis to qualitative conclusions,
• Ability to undertake detailed financial/commercial analysis for inclusion in presentations and client reports,
• Understanding of banking documentation and legal structuring of debt finance,
• Excellent analytical skills, including practical knowledge of financial modelling techniques,
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills – in Polish and English,
• CFA or ACCA qualification completed or in progress – will be an advantage.

As an Associate in our Debt & Capital Advisory Team you will provide high-quality and independent debt & capital advice on the wide range of complex and strategic financing challenges our Clients are facing. Your role within this team will be to help Clients achieve their funding and strategic objectives, which will incorporate a wide range of debt engagements including advice on optimal capital structures, raising acquisition financing or growth financing, execution of refinancing processes and the restructuring of existing debt facilities.

As an Associate you will take an active part in capital raising engagements (debt, mezzanine and quasi-equity), and you will be involved in: data analysis, creation of financial models, providing support in structuring transactions and working on transaction documentation. While most of the DCA team’s activity is focused on Poland you should expect some involvement in transactions located in other Central European countries. 

Some of your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Taking an active part in all aspects of capital raising engagements (debt, mezzanine and quasi-equity), including in-depth analysis, deal preparation, marketing and deal negotiation,
• Developing comprehensive financial models,
• Preparing of information packs, management presentations, financial analysis and Client communications, Industry/company research for both deal origination and transaction analysis.
• Day-to-day management and coordination of the transactional process with the clients, financing providers, other advisors and stakeholders 

• Competitive salary and social package,
• Rapid knowledge development thanks to on-the-job trainings related to the area of expertise,
• Support of the company in gaining additional professional qualifications (ACCA, CFA) and development of skills through a series of Polish and foreign trainings,
• Continuous professional grow and clear career path,
• Benefits such as: medical insurance, sports card, participation in various employees sport teams and activities,
• Free access to: the gym (Calypso Q22), individual physiotherapy services, our network of free bicycles and many more,
• Friendly work atmosphere and staff parties.

Deloitte is a variety of people, experience, industries and services we deliver in 150 countries of the world. It is an intellectual challenge, a good starting point for your career, and an excellent opportunity for continuous development and gaining valuable life experiences. What you only must do is to take the first step – press the apply button and send us your CV, go through all the stages of the recruitment process and sign a contract with us. Deloitte is simply your best choice.

Debt & Capital Advisory team is an integral part of Deloitte's Financial Advisory practice, providing independent advice and execution on debt market opportunities and conditions, advising on: structuring of new debt issues and refinancing in the bank and debt capital markets, restructuring of under-performing companies (in terms of the capital structures), structuring of acquisition finance for corporates and leveraged buyouts; project finance advisory (including PPP advisory), and asset-based financing. The team works with a full suite of Clients from global Entities to mid-market and smaller private companies.

Our work typically requires advice on:

• Evaluating business plans for robustness and sensitivity,
• Capital structure analysis,
• Financial modelling and debt capacity analysis,
• Assessing financing products and markets,
• Managing ongoing relationships with potential funders,
• Organizing and managing funding competitions,
• Preparing management presentations and information memoranda,
• Assessing financing offers and negotiating terms and conditions,
• Supporting the Client in execution of the debt transactions.