
Nielen Schuman · Frankfurt
Associate Debt Advisory (Frankfurt) Nielen Schuman is a leading independent corporate finance advisory boutique in the Benelux. Established in 2002, the firm h...
Associate Debt Advisory (Frankfurt)
Nielen Schuman is a leading independent corporate finance advisory boutique in the Benelux. Established in 2002, the firm has
extensive experience in providing corporate finance advisory and execution services to a broad range of medium to large-sized
business owners, corporates, institutions, management teams and investors. Our services include mergers & acquisitions, strategic
advisory, capital raising, capital restructuring and related advisory services. Nielen Schuman is the market leading debt advisory
firm in the Benelux for private equity
As part of our continued growth strategy, we are expanding our footprint into the DACH region, with the ambition to establish a
dedicated presence in Germany. This expansion represents a key strategic priority and offers a unique opportunity to be at the
forefront of building a new platform within an established and highly reputable firm.
At Nielen Schuman, we provide truly independent advice, fully aligned with the interests of our clients. Our approach is tailored
to the complexity of each situation, combining deep market insights with execution excellence. This has resulted in long-term
client relationships built on trust, collaboration and a deep understanding of our clients’ needs.
Our team consists of high-performing professionals with a down-to-earth and entrepreneurial mindset. We value intellectual
curiosity, diversity of thought and the confidence to challenge conventional approaches. We offer exposure to a wide range of
industries and transactions in a dynamic, international deal environment, while fostering a collaborative culture focused on
personal and professional growth.
Associate Debt Advisory
Nielen Schuman is seeking to add an Associate Debt Advisory to our growing team in Germany. An Associate Debt Advisory at Nielen
Schuman is ambitious, has a naturally inquisitive and entrepreneurial mindset and is intrinsically motivated by being part of and
contributing to building a leading Benelux corporate finance advisory franchise.
At Nielen Schuman, you can make a difference. We offer you the opportunity to immediately integrate into the team and gain
valuable experience in the various aspects of debt advisory. We work in effective and highly collaborative deal teams with limited
hierarchy in which you will join as a full member and have close interaction with our senior dealmakers and clients’ executives
from day 1. You will be involved in all phases of deal sourcing and transaction execution; from deal origination, capital
structuring, due diligence coordination and negotiation to closing. As such you will have a guiding role on performing financial
analyses, company and market analyses, reviewing term sheets and contribute to the drafting of client presentations, developing
financing memoranda and other process related documents. You will be provided with the support to master the deal sourcing and
execution process and be rewarded with substantial responsibility and a steep learning curve.
Your Responsibilities
processes
due diligence reports and lender feedback analysis
advisors
professional advisor
What will make you successful in this role
structured finance, or debt advisory
What we offer our future colleagues
yourself as an all-round corporate finance professional
Associate Director Debt Advisory (Frankfurt) Nielen Schuman is a leading independent corporate finance advisory boutique in the Benelux. Established in 2002, the firm has extensive experience in providing corporate finance advisory and execution services to a broad range of medium to large-sized business owners, corporates, institutions, management teams and investors. Our services include mergers & acquisitions, strategic advisory, capital raising, capital restructuring and related advisory services. Nielen Schuman is the market leading debt advisory firm in the Benelux for private equity. As part of our continued growth strategy, we are expanding our footprint into the DACH region, with the ambition to establish a dedicated presence in Germany. This expansion represents a key strategic priority and offers a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of building a new platform within an established and highly reputable firm. At Nielen Schuman, we provide truly independent advice, fully aligned with the interests of our clients. Our approach is tailored to the complexity of each situation, combining deep market insights with execution excellence. This has resulted in long-term client relationships built on trust, collaboration and a deep understanding of our clients’ needs. Our team consists of high-performing professionals with a down-to-earth and entrepreneurial mindset. We value intellectual curiosity, diversity of thought and the confidence to challenge conventional approaches. We offer exposure to a wide range of industries and transactions in a dynamic, international deal environment, while fostering a collaborative culture focused on personal and professional growth. The Role We are seeking an experienced Associate Director to join our Debt Advisory team, with a strong focus on the DACH region and Germany in particular. In this role, you will not only be a key driver of transaction execution but also play an instrumental role in establishing and growing our German presence, including contributing to building a local team and network. As an Associate Director, you will take a leading role in deal teams, working closely with senior dealmakers and clients. You will be responsible for managing day-to-day deal execution, guiding junior team members, and contributing to both client delivery and business development initiatives . You will be involved in all phases of transactions, including origination, structuring, due diligence, negotiation and closing. In addition, you will support the development of our DACH strategy, helping to identify opportunities, build relationships with key market participants and position Nielen Schuman as a leading advisor in the region. Key Responsibilities * Supporting clients in arranging acquisition financings, refinancings, recapitalisations and restructuring processes * Developing optimal financing structures and assessing a broad range of funding alternatives * Leading day-to-day project management and coordinating with clients, lenders and other advisors * Preparing and negotiating term sheets, reviewing financing documentation and overseeing transaction execution through to closing * Contributing to business development efforts, including client pitches and expanding the firm’s presence in the DACH region * Building and maintaining relationships with lenders, investors and other key stakeholders in Germany and the wider DACH market * Mentoring and coaching junior team members and contributing to the development of the team * Actively contributing to the build-out of the German office and team, supporting the firm’s long-term growth strategy in the region What Will Make You Successful * A master’s degree in finance or equivalent * 5–8 years of experience in debt advisory, leveraged finance, structured finance or investment banking * Strong knowledge of financing structures, LMA documentation, accounting principles and financial modelling * Excellent analytical, project management and interpersonal skills * A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset and strong commercial drive * Fluency in English and German language skills are required given the DACH focus What We Offer * A non-hierarchical, collaborative and entrepreneurial working environment * Significant responsibility and direct exposure to clients and senior stakeholders * The opportunity to play a key role in the expansion into the DACH region and the establishment of a German office * Focus on personal and professional development * The opportunity to work on complex, high-profile transactions within a supportive and close team environment * A competitive compensation package, including bonus eligibility
IHRE AUFGABEN * Unterstützung bei der Durchführung komplexer Debt Advisory Mandate, einschließlich Refinanzierungen, Rekapitalisierungen, Akquisitionsfinanzierungen/LBOs sowie Rating Advisory * Aktive Zusammenarbeit mit Kunden, einschließlich Private Equity Sponsoren, Unternehmen des gehobenen Mittelstands sowie internationalen Konzernen * Eigenständige Erstellung und Analyse von Finanzmodellen, Geschäftsplänen und Finanzierungsstrukturen sowie Anleitung von Analysten bei der Modellierung * Teilnahme an sektorübergreifenden europäischen (firmeninternen) Sektor-Calls und Initiativen * Unterstützung bei der Vorbereitung von Marketing- und Business-Development-Aktivitäten, inklusive Präsentationen, Marktanalysen und Pitch-Unterlagen * Enge Zusammenarbeit mit dem Senior Management sowie internationalen Teams zur Sicherstellung einer integrierten Kundenbetreuung auf globaler Ebene IHR PROFIL * Erfolgreich abgeschlossenes wirtschaftswissenschaftliches Studium, idealerweise mit Schwerpunkt Finance oder Corporate Finance * Mindestens 3 Jahre relevante Berufserfahrung im Bereich Structured Finance, Leveraged Finance, Debt Advisory oder vergleichbaren Funktionen bei einer Investmentbank, Beratung oder Private Equity-Gesellschaft * Analytische Stärke und sicherer Umgang mit Finanzmodellen * Selbstständige, verantwortungsbewusste und sorgfältige Arbeitsweise * Hohe Motivation, Belastbarkeit und professionelles Auftreten gegenüber Kunden und Team * Teamorientierung und ausgeprägte Kommunikationsfähigkeiten * Sehr gute Excel- und PowerPoint-Kenntnisse * Exzellente Deutsch- und Englischkenntnisse in Wort und Schrift WARUM WIR? * Kollegiales Umfeld mit flachen Hierarchien in einem dynamischen Team * Professionals als Mentoren * Trainings * Corporate Benefits
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