Job Description
Leveraged Finance Business Manager – AVP
We’re looking for an Assistant Vice President – Leveraged Finance Business Manager to join a specialised execution and operations function, supporting deal teams across the full leveraged finance lifecycle. This is a high‑visibility role at the centre of execution, process improvement, and cross‑department coordination.
If you thrive in fast‑paced environments, enjoy solving operational challenges, and want to work closely with front‑office teams, this role offers the perfect blend of commercial exposure and strategic impact.
Responsibilities
Operational Excellence
Act as a centre of excellence for processes, controls, and execution standards
Review, design, and implement improvements to workflows and systems
Maintain process manuals and ensure consistent adoption across teams
Identify post‑deal process gaps and drive corrective actions
Deal Execution Support
Support leveraged finance deal teams through the full execution cycle
Manage deal pipelines, timelines, and key milestones
Resolve operational issues and ensure adherence to internal policies
Track signing/closing dates and maintain accurate data for planning
Stakeholder Management
Serve as the first point of contact for operational queries and policy interpretation
Build strong relationships across front office, Legal, Compliance, KYC, and Operations
Coordinate special projects, regulatory initiatives, and process rollouts
Communicate procedural changes and assess their impact on the business
Benefits
High interaction with senior stakeholders across multiple offices
Visibility across origination, portfolio, real estate, NAV, and structured finance teams
A chance to influence business transformation and operational strategy
A platform to shape how leveraged finance execution operates
Strong understanding of banking processes and deal execution
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
A continuous improvement mindset with the confidence to challenge the status quo
Ability to balance detail, deadlines, and multiple priorities
Someone who thrives in a fast‑paced, multi‑stakeholder environment
If you’re ready to take on a role where you’ll drive operational excellence, support complex transactions, and play a key part in the growth of a leveraged finance platform, we’d love to hear from you.
Seniority Level
Associate
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Project Management and Product Management
Industries
Financial Services, Banking, and Investment Banking
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Job Details
Posted Date:
January 12, 2026
Job Type:
Finance and Insurance
Location:
United Kingdom
Company:
Carr Lyons Search & Selection
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