Venture & Growth Debt Expert (French Mandatory) | Luxembourg

About the Company

Our client is a well-established financial institution on the Luxembourg market, currently investing in the further development of its Venture & Growth Debt platform to support innovative businesses and entrepreneurs.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Venture & Growth Debt Expert to lead the origination, structuring and execution of debt financing solutions for start-ups, scale-ups and high-growth companies.

This is a highly visible role combining commercial development, transaction execution and strategic market positioning within Luxembourg's innovation ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

• Originate and lead Venture & Growth Debt transactions from sourcing through execution.
• Build and maintain relationships with founders, Venture Capital and Private Equity funds, investors and key ecosystem stakeholders.
• Evaluate business models, growth strategies and financing requirements of innovative companies.
• Lead financial, legal and operational due diligence processes.
• Structure senior, junior and subordinated debt facilities, including hybrid debt/equity solutions where appropriate.
• Negotiate term sheets and financing documentation while managing transactions through internal approval and closing.
• Oversee portfolio performance, risk management and strategic reporting.
• Develop sector expertise across Industry 4.0, FinTech, HealthTech and Sustainable Construction.
• Mentor junior professionals and contribute to the continuous development of the Venture & Growth Debt practice.

Profile

• Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Engineering or a related discipline.
• 10+ years' experience within Venture Capital, Private Equity, Venture Debt, Growth Lending, Investment Banking, Debt Funds or Corporate Finance.
• Proven track record originating, structuring and executing complex financing transactions.
• Strong understanding of venture debt, subordinated financing and hybrid capital structures.
• Experience assessing innovative and technology-driven businesses.
• CFA, CAIA or equivalent certifications are considered an advantage.

Languages

• French is mandatory.
• Excellent command of English.
• Luxembourgish and/or German would be considered an asset.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to play a key role in building and growing a Venture & Growth Debt platform.
• Significant exposure to Luxembourg's innovation and investment ecosystem.
• High degree of autonomy, visibility and strategic impact.
• Long-term career development within a leading Corporate Finance environment.