Director - Debt Capital Markets; DCM

Position: Director - Debt Capital Markets (DCM)
Location: California

Recruitment Consultant – Investment Banking & Restructuring

Location:

Remote

Base Pay Range

$/yr - $/yr

Overview

A boutique investment bank and capital advisory firm is seeking a Director to join its Debt Capital Markets platform. The Director will play a critical role in driving client relationships, originating new business, and overseeing the execution of complex debt financings. The position offers significant autonomy, direct access to senior decision‑makers, and the opportunity to help materially expand and shape the firm’s DCM franchise.

Responsibilities

• Originate, structure, and execute debt capital markets and debt advisory transactions across corporate, sponsor‑backed, private credit, and structured capital solutions.

• Act as a senior trusted advisor to clients on capital structure strategy, credit positioning, pricing, tenor, covenants, and investor targeting.

• Take primary ownership of client relationships, including responsibility for idea generation, mandate development, and relationship expansion.

• Lead the full transaction process from initial strategic dialogue through marketing, pricing, and closing, maintaining accountability for outcomes.

• Apply strong credit judgment and market insight to assess execution alternatives, investor appetite, and risk considerations.

• Monitor debt market conditions and investor behavior to proactively identify opportunities and provide timely, market‑driven advice.

• Maintain and deepen relationships with corporates, financial sponsors, private credit providers, institutional investors, and intermediaries.

• Coordinate closely with internal teams, legal advisors, and capital providers to ensure seamless and disciplined execution.

• Contribute to the development of the firm’s debt platform, including product expansion, investor coverage, and go‑to‑market strategy.

• Provide leadership and mentorship to junior professionals while upholding high standards of execution excellence and client service.

• Represent the firm externally with credibility, sound judgment, and a strong commercial mindset.

Qualifications

• 9-12 years of experience in Debt Capital Markets, Leveraged Finance, or Credit Advisory.

• Well‑established track record of successfully executed debt transactions, including senior‑level leadership roles.

• Deep understanding of corporate credit, debt products, and public and/or private capital markets.

• Proven ability to originate business independently and convert relationships into mandates.

• Strong client presence with the ability to advise senior executives and financial sponsors.

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or relevant certifications preferred.

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