Debt Advisory Partner

Bishop Fleming Chartered Accountants

. Lead and develop the Debt Advisory proposition .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeBristol • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Debt Advisory, Corporate Banking, and Structured Finance, with a strong ability to build relationships and execute high-quality deals. Proven track record in leading client engagements and developing junior team members through coaching and technical guidance.

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Debt AdvisoryCorporate BankingStructured FinanceNegotiation SkillsStakeholder Management

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Hard Skills

Debt RaisingRefinancingAcquisition FinanceAsset-Based LendingTransaction Execution

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingCoachingCommercial Acumen

Industry Keywords

Leveraged FinanceFunding SolutionsPrivate EquityUK Lending MarketThought Leadership

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and develop the Debt Advisory proposition
Build and maintain relationships with banks, alternative lenders, private credit funds and other funding providers
Advise clients on debt raising, refinancing, acquisition finance, asset-based lending, structured finance and wider funding solutions
Identify and convert new business opportunities through existing networks and market relationships
Work with Corporate Finance, Audit, Tax and Business Advisory teams to deliver joined-up client solutions
Lead client pitches, funding negotiations and transaction execution
Manage and develop junior team members through coaching, guidance and technical expertise
Contribute to the growth and strategic development of the Advisory practice
Represent Bishop Fleming through networking, events and thought leadership activity

Requirements

What you’ll need

Significant experience within Debt Advisory, Corporate Banking, Leveraged Finance, Structured Finance or a related funding advisory environment
Strong relationships across the UK lending market, particularly within the South West and Midlands
Excellent commercial, negotiation and stakeholder management skills
Ability to build credibility with owner-managed businesses, private equity-backed companies and larger corporate clients
Experience of leading client relationships and high-quality deal execution
Unrestricted right to live and work in the UK
Successful applicants must undergo background checks, including reference and right-to-work verification and, where applicable, a standard or enhanced DBS check

Benefits

Comp & perks

30 days holiday, plus bank holidays
Extra time off at Christmas; office closure between Christmas and New Year in addition to annual leave
Hybrid and flexible working
Life assurance
Critical illness cover
Simply Health cashback plan including access to 24/7 online GP service and counselling services
Social events with active social committees
Flexible working arrangements, including part-time working or working from home