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</div><div><p>United by a sense of purpose towards our customers – to be a trusted partner for the long-term – and our universal banking platform in EMEA, SMBC Group has an international growth agenda and award-winning products, meaning we provide exciting opportunities to work on a diverse range of projects and initiatives. We deliver a full suite of corporate finance products and solutions to our customers as well as investment banking and advisory services, and a range of innovative solutions in global capital markets. Read on to find out how you could enhance your skills and gain valuable experience, by joining us to support our clients transition to a sustainable future.</p>
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<p>We’re looking for a Junior Portfolio Manager for our Specialised Product Department – Leveraged Finance, Portfolio Management Group to join our team!</p>
<p>This role exists to support the proactive management of the Leveraged Finance portfolio within SMBC Bank EU AG, ensuring high‑quality credit monitoring, accurate reporting, and strong client engagement. It directly contributes to the risk management, commercial development, and overall performance of the department.</p>
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<p>The anticipated salary range for this role is €81,000.00 - €123,000.00, with the final offer determined based on the candidate’s skills, experience, role scope, location, and relevant market factors. In addition to base salary, the role may be eligible for a discretionary incentive award and a competitive benefits package, including core benefits such as pension provision.</p>
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</div><div><p>This role offers the opportunity to manage a diverse portfolio of European leveraged finance transactions within a leading international bank. You will work closely with senior stakeholders across Europe and contribute directly to new business development and portfolio growth.</p>
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<h2><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Responsibilities</span></h2>
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<li>Proactively managing a portfolio of European Leveraged Loans, including ongoing financial analysis, monitoring, and internal rating assessments.</li>
<li>Supporting relationship development with company management teams and internal partners to identify new business opportunities.</li>
<li>Preparing credit analysis and submissions for new transactions, amendments, waivers, and refinancing opportunities.</li>
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<h2><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Essentials</span></h2>
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<li>Strong credit and risk analysis skills with experience in European leveraged finance.</li>
<li>Ability to analyse financial statements, due diligence materials and forward-looking financial data.</li>
<li>Solid cash flow modelling abilities and sound working knowledge of Excel.</li>
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</div><div><h2><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Our role will enable you to</span></h2>
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<li>Engage with senior internal and external stakeholders, including company management, Portfolio Management teams across Europe, and Origination & Sponsor Coverage teams.</li>
<li>Build strong internal networks across Back and Middle Office teams such as Limit Control, Loans Administration, Static Data, and KYC.</li>
<li>Support client discussions and contribute to new business opportunities arising from the managed portfolio.</li>
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<h2><span style="font-size:12.0pt">What will you bring to the role?</span></h2>
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<li>Knowledge of the European Leveraged Finance market, including trends and transaction structures.</li>
<li>Experience conducting financial and credit analysis for leveraged finance transactions.</li>
<li>Ability to interpret historical and forecast financial information to support credit decisions.</li>
<li>Preferred: Higher Diploma, vocational qualification, or Bachelor’s degree.</li>
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<p>Desirable:</p>
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<li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills for liaising with internal stakeholders and leading borrower discussions.</li>
<li>Strong attention to detail and accuracy.</li>
<li>Ability to work effectively in cross‑functional, international teams.</li>
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</div><div><div>Customer Focus</div><div>Driving Change</div><div>Driving Results</div><div>Embraces Diversity</div><div>Judgement and Decision Making</div><div>Risk Management</div><div>Strategic and Visionary</div><div>Trust and Integrity</div></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">What we offer</H2>
</div><div><p>For all the expertise and experience you bring to help us make a difference, it’s only sustainable if we support you to build your career and be your best self so we offer competitive company benefits, centred around promoting positive well-bring and work-life balance. We also believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, where all team members perspectives and contributions are valued. Initiatives in place which promote a diverse and inclusive culture and healthy work life balance include hybrid working, Sport & Social Clubs and Diversity and Inclusion networks.</p>
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<p>As an employee of SMBC you have access to a host of both useful and exciting benefit offerings. See below some of the benefits on offer to you:</p>
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<li>Hybrid and flexible working </li>
<li>Competitive paid leave days</li>
<li>Benefits to support your physical wellbeing, including private medical insurance</li>
<li>Various policies to support your mental wellbeing, including a robust behavioural health network with counselling and coaching services </li>
<li>Access a wide range of learning and development opportunities and career progression opportunities </li>
<li>Ambitious remuneration package</li>
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<p>So, if you like a challenge and want to continuously grow and develop in a role where you will be supported along the way by a dynamic and diverse team, apply today!!</p></div></div></div>
