Analyst in Investment Banking, Leveraged Finance

Job ID: 26917 

Would you like to be part of the leading Leveraged Finance franchise in the Nordics working with local and international private equity funds on leveraged buyouts and other financing transactions? We are now looking for an ambitious Analyst to join the team.

At Nordea, we see that the world is changing fast – and we want to be one step ahead of the curve. That’s why we’re deeply committed to providing the financial solutions of tomorrow to our customers. We’re creating an agile environment where we experiment and grow together – and we need your ideas and unique background. With us, you’ll be in good company with a chance to make your mark on something bigger.  

About this opportunity
 

Nordea’s Leveraged Finance team of approx. 40 professionals across the Nordics are at the forefront of delivering first-class debt services and financing solutions to local and international private equity funds. Such services include leveraged buyouts, acquisition financings, debt capital markets transactions, dividend recapitalisations and restructurings. We pride ourselves on our collaborative approach, deep industry knowledge and commitment to excellence – as also recognised by our clients, ranking Nordea as the #1 Acquisition Finance team in the Nordics for seven consecutive years. 
 

As an Analyst in Leveraged Finance, you will become an integral part of the team, working in a pan-Nordic setup to support and manage all parts of the private equity financing value chain, including pitching, deal structuring, arranging, execution and distribution of financial instruments. You will work closely with our local and international private equity clients and with internal stakeholders from e.g. Corporate Finance, High Yield & Loan Syndicate, Debt Capital Markets, Sustainable Finance Advisory and Credit, Rating & ESG Analysis. 
 
What you’ll be doing:

• Perform various tasks linked to company analysis and modelling in order to assess and evaluate company specific risks
• Conduct preparation and review of materials, including investment memoranda, management presentations and pitch books
• Participate in the development of recommendations as well as deal structuring and execution of private equity financing transactions 
• Demonstrate profound understanding of the clients' commercial and financial considerations by suggesting appropriate and alternative solutions to address client needs
• Stay updated on market development on products and services in order to ensure relevant advice and services to clients and be able to concisely summarise recommendations
   

The role is based in Copenhagen and you will be part of our pan-Nordic team of highly skilled professionals who always walk the extra mile to provide our clients with best possible advice and service.  

Who you are

Collaboration. Ownership. Passion. Courage. The four key values that guide us in living our purpose and that we expect all our colleagues are committed to.  
 

To succeed in this role, we believe that you should demonstrate that you are:

• A team player with strong interpersonal skills committed to empowering others 
• Capable of exercising good judgment in pressurised situations whilst maintaining a solution-driven mindset, high integrity and meticulous attention to detail 
• A self-starter with positive ‘can-do attitude’ with the ability to manage multiple tasks
• Passionate about learning new things and appreciates an ever-changing work environment, striving to deliver results that surpass expectations
   

Your experience and background:  

• Solid academic record with e.g. a Master’s degree in a relevant field 
• First-rate communication skills in English and Danish (or another Scandinavian language)
• Strong numerical, analytical and financial modelling skills

If this sounds like you, get in touch!

Next steps

Submit your application no later than 02/12/2024. For more information, you’re welcome to contact Rasmus Strandbæk, Associate Director, on rasmus.strandbaek@nordea.com.

At Nordea, we know that an inclusive workplace is a sustainable workplace. We deeply believe that our diverse backgrounds, experiences, characteristics and traits make us better at serving customers and communities. So please come as you are.

Please be aware that any applications or CVs coming through email or direct messages will not be accepted or considered.

If you are an external consultant interested in this role and wish to apply please contact the hiring people leader for separate instruction on how to apply.