Associate | Capital Markets (Aviation) | London
| Job Type | Permanent full-time |
| Location | London |
| Area | England, International |
| Sector | Aircraft LeasingExecutive Search |
| Salary | bonus, pension, health |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Job Ref | BH2352_1766412139 |
| Job Views | 23 |
- Description
Associate | Capital Markets (Aviation) | London
We are working with a global aviation finance and leasing platform to appoint an Associate into its London-based team. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded professional to gain hands-on exposure to live transactions, capital markets activity, and strategic investment decision-making within a fast-paced, international environment.
The Role
As an Associate, you will sit at the centre of commercial analysis, client coverage, and transaction execution, working closely with senior team members across investments, capital markets, and strategy. The role offers meaningful responsibility from day one and exposure across multiple regions.
Key Responsibilities
Build and maintain detailed financial models to support investment, asset management, and advisory transactions
Support transaction execution, including structuring, negotiation, and documentation of aviation finance deals
Assist in developing and managing relationships with existing and prospective clients
Contribute to the origination of asset management and advisory mandates through marketing materials, analytics, and financial models
Support airline client coverage by participating in marketing initiatives and commercial outreach
Contribute to the development of leverage and capital solutions for equity investors, working closely with debt providers
Prepare market analysis, investment papers, and investor-facing presentations
Share market insights, trends, and ideas internally to support broader commercial strategy
About You
Minimum 2 years’ relevant experience in aviation finance, aircraft leasing, asset finance, structured finance, or investment banking
Knowledge of the aviation industry and related financing and capital markets products (ABS, term loans, warehouse facilities, liquidity facilities, etc.)
Strong financial modelling and analytical skillset
Commercially aware, detail-oriented, and comfortable operating in a dynamic, transaction-driven environment
This role is well suited to someone looking to deepen their aviation finance expertise while taking on a high-impact, commercially focused position within a global platform.
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