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Get Access To All JobsInvestment Banking Vice President – Leveraged Finance
Firm: Jefferies
Business Unit: Investment Banking – Leveraged Finance
Role Overview
Jefferies is seeking a Vice President to join its Leveraged Finance group, focusing on Private Debt. The Vice President will play a critical role in originating, structuring, and executing leveraged finance transactions for sponsor-backed and non-sponsor clients. This position requires deep technical expertise, strong client management skills, and the ability to lead transaction execution while mentoring junior team members.
The role offers significant exposure to senior bankers, private equity sponsors, direct lenders, and corporate decision-makers, as well as meaningful responsibility in driving transaction outcomes in a fast-paced environment that is consistent with Jefferies’ partnership culture.
Key Responsibilities
Transaction Execution & Deal Leadership
- Lead day-to-day execution of private debt / direct lending leveraged finance transactions.
- Coordinate across internal product groups (M&A, Sponsors, ECM, Risk, Legal, Jefferies Credit Partners) and external counterparties to drive transactions from origination through closing.
- Lead financial modeling, credit analysis, valuation, diligence, and structuring work for complex leveraged financings and recapitalizations.
- Prepare and deliver high-quality internal underwriting and syndication materials (lender presentations, model, etc.).
Client & Sponsor Coverage
- Serve as a primary point of contact for private equity sponsors, private credit funds, and corporate management teams.
- Support senior bankers in originating new private debt and leveraged finance opportunities, including pitch development and relationship management.
- Demonstrate commercial judgment in identifying financing solutions aligned with client objectives and prevailing market conditions.
Team Leadership & Development
- Manage, mentor, and review the work of Associates and Analysts, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and adherence to Jefferies’ standards.
- Provide coaching and feedback to junior team members on technical skills, presentation quality, and professional development.
- Help foster a collaborative, high-performance team culture.
Market & Product Expertise
- Maintain a strong understanding of private credit markets, investor appetite, documentation trends, leverage metrics, and regulatory considerations.
- Track competitive dynamics across private debt providers, BDCs, CLOs, and alternative asset managers.
- Contribute to the ongoing development of Jefferies’ Leveraged Finance franchise through thought leadership and market insights.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree from a top-tier institution; MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred.
- 5 – 7 years of relevant experience in leveraged finance, private credit, investment banking, or a related leveraged product group.
- Demonstrated experience executing leveraged loan transactions, preferably with sponsor-backed clients.
- Advanced financial modeling, credit analysis, and valuation skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with senior clients and internal stakeholders.
- Proven ability to manage multiple workstreams under tight deadlines in a high-intensity environment.
- High level of professionalism, integrity, and attention to detail.
Salary: $275,000
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Investment Banking Vice President – Leveraged Finance
Firm: Jefferies
Business Unit: Investment Banking – Leveraged Finance
Role Overview
Jefferies is seeking a Vice President to join its Leveraged Finance group, focusing on Private Debt. The Vice President will play a critical role in originating, structuring, and executing leveraged finance transactions for sponsor-backed and non-sponsor clients. This position requires deep technical expertise, strong client management skills, and the ability to lead transaction execution while mentoring junior team members.
The role offers significant exposure to senior bankers, private equity sponsors, direct lenders, and corporate decision-makers, as well as meaningful responsibility in driving transaction outcomes in a fast-paced environment that is consistent with Jefferies’ partnership culture.
Key Responsibilities
Transaction Execution & Deal Leadership
- Lead day-to-day execution of private debt / direct lending leveraged finance transactions.
- Coordinate across internal product groups (M&A, Sponsors, ECM, Risk, Legal, Jefferies Credit Partners) and external counterparties to drive transactions from origination through closing.
- Lead financial modeling, credit analysis, valuation, diligence, and structuring work for complex leveraged financings and recapitalizations.
- Prepare and deliver high-quality internal underwriting and syndication materials (lender presentations, model, etc.).
Client & Sponsor Coverage
- Serve as a primary point of contact for private equity sponsors, private credit funds, and corporate management teams.
- Support senior bankers in originating new private debt and leveraged finance opportunities, including pitch development and relationship management.
- Demonstrate commercial judgment in identifying financing solutions aligned with client objectives and prevailing market conditions.
Team Leadership & Development
- Manage, mentor, and review the work of Associates and Analysts, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and adherence to Jefferies’ standards.
- Provide coaching and feedback to junior team members on technical skills, presentation quality, and professional development.
- Help foster a collaborative, high-performance team culture.
Market & Product Expertise
- Maintain a strong understanding of private credit markets, investor appetite, documentation trends, leverage metrics, and regulatory considerations.
- Track competitive dynamics across private debt providers, BDCs, CLOs, and alternative asset managers.
- Contribute to the ongoing development of Jefferies’ Leveraged Finance franchise through thought leadership and market insights.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree from a top-tier institution; MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred.
- 5 – 7 years of relevant experience in leveraged finance, private credit, investment banking, or a related leveraged product group.
- Demonstrated experience executing leveraged loan transactions, preferably with sponsor-backed clients.
- Advanced financial modeling, credit analysis, and valuation skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with senior clients and internal stakeholders.
- Proven ability to manage multiple workstreams under tight deadlines in a high-intensity environment.
- High level of professionalism, integrity, and attention to detail.
Salary: $275,000
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Banking
Confirm your role meets TN criteria
TN banking roles must fall under recognized occupational categories. Financial analysts, economists, and management consultants qualify. General retail banking tellers typically don't. Check that your job offer letter specifies a qualifying professional title before accepting.
Gather credential documents before applying
Canadian and Mexican applicants need a degree or credential that directly relates to the banking role offered. A finance or economics degree works; a general arts degree usually doesn't. Get official transcripts and, if your credential is foreign, a NACES-recognized evaluation ready.
Target banks with recent visa filings
Employers experienced with visa sponsorship understand the sponsorship process and won't stall at the offer stage. Prioritize regional banks, credit unions, and financial services firms that regularly hire internationally rather than those new to work visa sponsorship.
Negotiate employer-paid filing costs upfront
Employer support letters are a standard part of the TN visa process and are free to prepare, though employers sometimes push legal review fees onto candidates. Clarify during the offer stage who covers attorney costs. Canadian applicants presenting documentation at the U.S. border typically have minimal expenses; Mexican nationals applying through a U.S. consulate will face consular application fees.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers
Searching for banking roles that explicitly offer TN sponsorship is faster with a dedicated tool. Migrate Mate filters jobs by visa sponsorship type so you're not cold-applying to employers unfamiliar with TN eligibility for banking professionals.
Prepare a TN support letter from your employer
CBP or consular officers require a detailed employer support letter stating your job title, duties, your qualifying credentials, and the TN category. Vague letters are the top reason for TN denials in banking roles. Request a draft early and review it against your actual duties.
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Find Banking JobsBanking TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which banking job titles qualify for a TN visa?
Roles that qualify include financial analyst, economist, financial planner, and management consultant when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a related field. General banking positions like branch tellers or loan processors typically don't qualify because they don't meet the professional degree requirement under USMCA's TN occupational categories.
How does TN compare to H-1B for banking professionals?
TN has no annual cap and no lottery, so Canadian and Mexican banking professionals aren't competing against tens of thousands of applicants for a limited number of slots. H-1B selection is random; TN approval depends entirely on your qualifications and job duties. Canadians can also apply at the border on the same day their offer is confirmed, making TN significantly faster to activate than H-1B.
Does my employer need to file anything before I can start?
Yes. Your employer will prepare a support letter outlining your role, qualifications, and job duties. For Canadian applicants, you present this letter along with your credentials at a U.S. port of entry. For Mexican nationals, you apply at a U.S. consulate or embassy with your employer's support letter. The TN process does not involve prevailing wage requirements or federal labor certification—it focuses on demonstrating that your role qualifies under TN occupational categories and that you meet the educational and professional standards for your field.
Where can I find banking jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Most general job platforms don't filter by visa type, which makes it hard to identify employers willing to sponsor TN status. Migrate Mate is built specifically for this: you can search banking roles by TN sponsorship so you're connecting with employers who already understand the process, reducing the back-and-forth that slows down offers.
Can I switch banking employers while on TN status?
Yes, but you can't start the new job until your new TN is approved. Your current TN is tied to your current employer. When you accept a new banking role, your new employer will prepare a support letter for you. If you're Canadian, you'll present this letter at the U.S. border or port of entry to obtain your new TN status. If you're Mexican, you'll apply for your new TN at a U.S. consulate before beginning work.
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