Vice President - Financial Institutions Group, London/Dublin (German & Italian Speaking)

Alantra is an independent global financial services firm that provides investment banking and asset management services to mid-market companies, families, and investors. The Group has over 500 professionals in Europe, the U.S., Latin America, Asia, and the Middle East.

In Financial Advisory, Alantra has completed over 1,000 transactions in the last five years. Alantra combines a strong local presence in key financial centers with global sector- and product-specialized teams.

In Alternative Asset Management, Alantra offers its clients unique access to a wide range of investment strategies in five highly specialized asset management classes (private equity, active funds, private debt, energy, and venture capital). As of 31 December 2024, assets under management from consolidated and strategic businesses stood at more than €16.5bn.

Job Description:

Alantra FIG Credit Solutions

Alantra FIG Credit Solutions is the leading boutique advisor on credit transactions, supporting banks, mutuals, fintechs and lending platforms with a range of funding and capital solutions through structured credit and ABS transactions, SRT, partnerships, and whole loan portfolio sales.

The unique approach builds on a deep understanding of the underlying credit assets, market leading analytical capabilities, and deep relationships across the investor and lender industries.

About the Role
Alantra's FIG team is looking for an ambitious and driven Vice President to join our growing London or Dublin office. This is a unique opportunity to take a central role in the execution of high-impact transactions across the European financial services sector, while working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
As a VP, you'll manage multiple live deals, and help shape strategy and execution across a broad range of mandates. You'll also play an active role in business development, client relationship management, and mentoring more junior team members.

We're seeking candidates with strong execution experience, sector knowledge, and the ability to work in cross-functional teams effectively.

Key Responsibilities
• Take end-to-end ownership of transaction execution across multiple projects
• Act as main day-to-day contact for clients and external advisors
• Lead the development of client deliverables with support from junior team members
• Ensure rigorous internal compliance and process standards are upheld
• Contribute to origination efforts and help identify new commercial opportunities
• Actively participate in the recruitment, training and mentoring of junior colleagues
• Support the development of strategic initiatives to drive the FIG practice forward

Requirements:

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of experience in investment banking or corporate finance, with exposure to FIG
• Strong financial modelling skills
• Excellent project management and written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent financial modelling ability
• Native German or Italian language skills (required)
• A team-oriented mindset with the ability to lead and develop others
• Entrepreneurial spirit and a passion for the financial services sector

Why Join Alantra?

• A high-impact role with early responsibility and client exposure
• Collaborative, meritocratic culture with clear progression pathways
• Opportunity to work on landmark European transactions
• Be part of a fast-growing and internationally recognised FIG advisory team

Location: London or Dublin
Start date: asap