Group Head of Debt Capital Markets

at  Lowell Group

Summary
Job Description
Group Head of Debt Capital Markets
Location: Leeds, Thorpe Park, Hybrid.
Together, we make credit work better for all! Our mission is to help customers on the path to becoming debt free; with a real focus on helping our customers pay off their debts in practical and affordable ways. We do this honestly, ethically and by treating our customers with dignity and respect.
We buy debts from lots of different companies in all kinds of sectors as well as provide collection services for other businesses.
Our focus on sustainability, hybrid working, leadership development and career progression makes working at Lowell a rewarding experience.
As the Group Head of Debt Capital Markets, you will be responsible for managing and executing the company’s debt capital markets activities. Your primary focus will be on optimizing funding strategies, managing debt issuance, and maintaining relationships with financial institutions and investors. This role requires strong analytical, financial, and communication skills, as well as a deep understanding of debt capital markets. Reporting to the Group Treasurer, this role will also help shape the balance sheet from a liquidity and leverage perspective with significant input into the preparation of funding plan and connection in to the Group ExCo.
Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

Debt Capital Markets Strategy:

• Develop and implement the company’s debt capital markets strategy, in alignment with the overall treasury and financial objectives.
• Analyse market conditions and trends to identify optimal funding opportunities and manage associated risks.
• Collaborate with senior management to determine funding requirements and establish appropriate debt structures.

Debt Issuance and Investor Relations:

• Lead and manage the process of debt issuance, including conducting due diligence, preparing offering memorandums, and negotiating terms and conditions.
• Maintain relationships with financial institutions, rating agencies, and investors to ensure access to diverse funding sources and favourable terms.
• Monitor debt markets, and regulatory changes to assess potential impacts on the company’s debt securities.

Financial Analysis and Reporting:

• Conduct financial analysis to assess the impact of debt capital market activities on the company’s financial position and capital structure.
• Prepare financial models, projections, and reports to support decision-making related to debt issuance and refinancing.
• Be responsible for the maintenance of existing funding structures, including the preparation of securitisation reporting.
• Assist the Group Treasurer in funding, liquidity and leverage planning, alongside Group ALCo and other governance reporting.
• Collaborate with the finance team to ensure accurate and timely reporting of debt-related information to stakeholders.

Risk Management:

• Identify and assess risks associated with debt capital markets activities and develop appropriate risk mitigation strategies.
• Monitor compliance with debt covenants and regulatory requirements, and proactively address any potential breaches.
• Be responsible for financial analysis to assess the impact of moves in market interest rates and currencies on the Group’s balance sheet.
• Examine hedging strategies to manage interest rate and currency risks associated with market risk implications to the Group’s balance sheet.
• Manage the DCM related exposures towards Credit and Operational risks.

What we need from you:

• Significant experience / qualification in Treasury (Cert BALM / ACT), Finance, or a related field
• Relevant experience in debt capital markets, treasury, or investment banking.
• Deep knowledge of debt capital markets instruments, structures, and legal documentation.
• Proven experience in executing debt issuances and managing relationships with financial institutions and investors.
• Excellent financial analysis and modeling skills, with proficiency in financial software and tools.
• Strong understanding of risk management principles and strategies in debt capital markets and the management of a Financial Services balance sheet.
• Experience in fast-paced, high-growth digital or consumer environment with experience of European and international markets.
• Experience of financial analytics preferably a credit management or private equity is desirable
• Commercial acumen in understanding business changes to financial performance and impact on business goals
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and in relatively complex situations, reacting with appropriate urgency to situations requiring rapid turnaround
• Fluent in English language skills both written, presentation and verbal communications. The role may require some travel to all Lowell regions.

A mission that gives back:
You’ll also have lots of opportunities to make an impact on your personal development. At Lowell we have a big focus on helping our colleagues develop their careers and grow with us, together.
So, whatever your culture, gender identity, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, or disability status, if you’re ready to help us make credit work better for all, we think you’ll fit right in. Our people are our strength, so we build strong teams thriving with diverse voices, and offer benefits that can keep our people strong.

That means…

• A competitive salary.
• A discretionary annual bonus for a job well done.
• 3% flexible benefits; pick additional benefits or take as cash each month. Whether this is extra holiday or dental cover there will be something for you.
• We are committed to a hybrid working environment, where we will ask you to work in our Leeds office, which will be based in Thorpe Park. Our new purpose-built office to support collaborative working and those meaningful moments you’ll only get from being in the office.
• Free parking when you are in the office and when working from home, you’ll be fully equipped with everything you’ll need to be successful.28 days holiday plus public holidays with the option to purchase up to an additional 5 days.
• Life assurance & Group income protection
• A fantastic culture with more little perks along the way including, self-development opportunities, recognition awards and on-site facilities to support the varying needs of our colleagues.
• Wellbeing support and a programme of webinars and classes geared towards mindfulness.
• Job security

Ready to share in that mission?
Our people are our greatest asset. That means part of our mission is building a workplace where you can grow with us, and help us go on to make a difference, together.
Together, we go further - and it starts with you. So, if you’re interested in adding your voice to our fantastic team of people, take the first step and apply today

Please refer the Job description for details