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Associate/VP - Leverage& Acquisition Finance - Financial Sponsor Coverage
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Associate/ Vice President – Leveraged Acquisition Finance (LAF) & Financial Sponsor Coverage (FSC)
Location: India (Mumbai)
Business: Global Sponsor Coverage & LAF
Role Overview
This is a front-office role within MUFG’s Global Corporate & Investment Banking platform (AIBD), responsible for originating,and executing leveraged and structured financing solutions for financial sponsors and sponsor-backed corporates. The role combines Financial Sponsor Coverage (FSC) and Leveraged Acquisition Finance (LAF), with a focus on India-linked transactions.
The candidate will leverage MUFG’s global network, cross-border structuring capabilities, and product suite (leveraged finance, debt capital markets, syndication, global markets, and project finance) to deliver integrated financing solutions. The role requires close coordination with regional and global teams across APAC, EMEA, and Japan, supporting MUFG’s ambition to be a leading partner for financial sponsors in Asia.
Key Responsibilities
Origination & Client Coverage (FSC)
- Build and deepen relationships with leading financial sponsors active in India, supporting MUFG’s broader sponsor coverage strategy
- Contribute to account planning, client engagement, and origination of new financing opportunities
- Identify and execute opportunities across acquisition financing, holdco financing, refinancing, and structured credit solutions
- Lead preparation of high-quality pitch materials, market updates, and tailored financing proposals leveraging MUFG’s global capabilities
- Support deal execution including structuring, internal approvals, documentation, and closing
- Partner with global FSC teams to drive cross-border deal origination and client coverage
Structuring & Product Coordination
- Structure bespoke financing solutions across the capital structure including senior debt, mezzanine, holdco financings, and hybrid instruments
- Work closely with internal product partners (Leveraged Finance, Project Finance, Global Markets, Capital Markets Group, Transaction Banking) to deliver coordinated solutions
- Drive origination across INR loans, offshore facilities (ECB), NCDs, and HoldCo structures
- Ensure transactions are structured in line with regulatory frameworks (RBI, ECB guidelines) and MUFG’s internal risk and credit standards
Sponsor Ecosystem
- Maintain strong visibility on sponsor pipelines and transaction activity in India and across the region
- Track and analyse market trends including pricing, leverage levels, covenant structures, and competitive dynamics
- Provide actionable market insights to clients and internal stakeholders, positioning MUFG as a trusted advisor
- Support development of MUFG’s franchise with private equity sponsors and institutional investors active in India
Key Requirements
- Experience: 6–10 years in leveraged finance, structured finance, sponsor coverage, or investment banking
- Strong understanding of the India financing landscape including ECB regulations, NCD markets, bank lending frameworks, and cross-border structures
- Proven experience in structuring and executing complex financing transactions
- Ability to operate in a fast-paced, cross-border environment and manage multiple stakeholders across geographies
- Strong communication, teamwork, and client engagement skills aligned with MUFG’s culture of collaboration and integrity
About MUFG / AIBD
MUFG (Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group) is one of the world’s leading financial groups, with a strong global presence across Asia, EMEA, and the Americas. The Corporate & Investment Banking division provides a full suite of financing, advisory, and markets solutions to corporates and financial sponsors, leveraging MUFG’s robust balance sheet and global network.
Within AIBD, the Financial Sponsor Coverage (FSC) and Leveraged Acquisition Finance (LAF) teams play a key role in delivering integrated, cross-border financing solutions to private equity clients, partnering closely with product teams across Global Markets, Syndication, Project Finance, and Debt Capital Markets. The platform is focused on building long-term sponsor relationships and supporting complex, multi-jurisdictional transactions across growth markets, including India.
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) is an equal opportunity employer. We view our employees as our key assets as they are fundamental to our long-term growth and success. MUFG is committed to hiring based on merit and organsational fit, regardless of race, religion or gender.