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Company Profile

Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services.

As a market leader, the talent and passion of our people is critical to our success. Together, we share a common set of values rooted in integrity, excellence, and strong team ethic. We can provide a superior foundation for building a professional career – a place for people to learn, to achieve and grow. A philosophy that balances personal lifestyles, perspectives and needs is an important part of our culture.

Divisional Profile

Global Capital Markets (GCM) responds with market judgment and ingenuity to meet clients' needs for capital. Whether executing an IPO, a debt offering or a leveraged buyout, GCM integrates Morgan Stanley's expertise in Sales & Trading and in Investment Banking (IBD), offering clients seamless advice and sophisticated solutions. We originate, structure and execute public and private placement of equities, investment-grade and non-investment-grade debt and related products.

· The Strategic Lending Group (“SLG”) is responsible for the origination and risk management of a significant portfolio of corporate loans that are critical in driving client activity across the integrated investment bank. · The group works with teams across IBD, GCM, Sales & Trading and Credit Risk Management. · SLG reviews and approves corporate and sponsor financings including M&A and LBO commitments (event loans) as well as working capital / liquidity facilities (relationship loans). · We assist in deal origination/structuring and are responsible for calculating returns, evaluating credit quality, assessing value proposition, optimizing financing structure and terms, and evaluating portfolio strategy and future revenue opportunities. · The team is looking to hire a Vice President / Executive Director who will be based in London (or Frankfurt) and will cover EMEA transactions. · Primary focus will be on EMEA deal coverage across all industry sectors with teams based across the region, but there will also be the opportunity to work on project activities at both a regional and global level. · You would work with EMEA SLG team members based in Frankfurt, as well as working with the rest of the global SLG team based in New York · Deal coverage responsibilities will include: o Review lending requests and provide feedback to deal teams and present to investment committee o Interact with EMEA senior IBD and GCM management on significant commitment requests. o Coordinate with Fixed Income team related to hedge strategy, loan P&L and secondary sales. o Work with Frankfurt team on review and execution transactions, including negotiation of loan documentation related to working capital / liquidity facilities. o Coordinate with deal teams on challenged loans and drive decisions related to amendments, secondary sales and restructurings. o Work with groups across the firm on the execution of transactions including Credit Risk, Operations, Legal and Treasury teams. · Project Activities include: o Provide EMEA senior management with regular reporting and analysis. o Work on ad-hoc projects related to the operation and management of the EMEA SLG business.

Skills Required

· Substantial experience within financial sector; experience in Global Capital Markets, Investment Banking, and/or Corporate Finance required. · Extraordinarily high level of motivation and commitment to working hard. · Extraordinarily high level of focus on work quality and attention to detail. · Excellent written and verbal communication skills. · Strong client and interpersonal skills. · Commercial instinct and effectively prioritize and handle multiple tasks under tight deadlines. · Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) is required; an MBA, and/or CFA designation would be an asset. · Must have local Regulatory licensing or obtain.

Where will you be working?

This role can be based in either London or Frankfurt.

Certified Persons Regulatory Requirements:

This role is deemed as a Certified role and may require the role holder to hold mandatory regulatory qualifications or the minimum qualifications to meet internal company benchmarks.

Equal opportunities statement:

Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize their full potential. Our skilled and creative workforce is comprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross section of the global communities in which we operate and who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences. Our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion is evident through our constant focus on recruiting, developing, and advancing individuals based on their skills and talents.

Job: *Investment Banking/Sales/Trading/Research

Title: GCM - Strategic Lending Group - VP / ED

Location: Europe, Middle East, Africa-Germany-Germany-Frankfurt

Requisition ID: 3259793