Head of Equity Capital Markets

The company

Imagine a world where every small business has the power to thrive. Thats the world were building at iwoca. Small businesses arent just statistics theyre the heartbeat of our communities the character of our high streets and the engine of our economy. Since 2012 weve revolutionised how these businesses access finance turning what was once a lengthy frustrating process into something remarkable: funding thats fast flexible and actually works for modern businesses.

Our impact speaks for itself: weve provided billions in funding to over 150000 businesses across Europe making us one of the continents leading fintech innovators. But were just getting started. Our mission To empower one million businesses with the financial tools they deserve.

We combine cuttingedge technology and data science with genuine human understanding to make finance feel less like a barrier and more like a superpower. Whether its managing cash flow or seizing unexpected opportunities we ensure businesses get the funds they need often within minutes.

Your mission

You will be responsible for helping our shareholders exit their investments while bringing in new ones that are keen to join our journey.

The Team

You will report directly to the CEO and work hand in hand with the CFO Head of Capital Markets and their respective teams. You may hire an analyst to support you. As part of your role you will be responsible for the following:

• Equity story: help craft and communicate a compelling a multibillion equity story

• Marketing: Build and maintain relationships with strategic investors including ultra high net worth individuals family offices venture capital/growth funds/private equity investors private banking financial institutions and other relevant strategic partners.

• Process: you will manage prospective investors to deliver competitive bids lead due diligence coordinate relevant internal teams and possibly also an investment bank if the board chooses to appoint one for a larger transaction.

• Compliance and governance: ensure adherence to all relevant legal and regulatory requirements for secondary market transactions working closely with our legal and compliance teams

Your key performance indicator will be based on the value of transactions executed within a calendar year.

The requirements

Essential:

• 6 years of relevant experience in private or investment banking

• An existing network of relevant investors ranging from strategics all the way to UHNW

• Proven track record in delivering on responsibilities as outlined above

• You are above average vs. your peer group in

  • logical and analytical thinking

  • crafting compelling presentations in Google Slides

  • sales and building rapport with people

People would say that you are:

• Smart you think first before speaking you quickly understand concepts or identify problems you dont follow instructions blindly and you think about how to get the job done in the most effective way.

• Motivated work is more than just a job for you. You go above and beyond. You want to deliver high quality output and are keen to make a difference.

• Humble you underpromise and overdeliver you dont get carried away by success but remain grounded.

• Gritty when the going gets tough you stand tall and help others to do the same. Failing is not an option for you.

• Driven by a growth mindset you dont accept the status quo you push yourself in new and unfamiliar territory to grow your skills and capabilities.

The salary

We expect to pay fromfor this role with up to 100 in bonus paid in equity and cash based on mutually agreed performance indicators. But were openminded so definitely include your salary goals with your application.

The culture

At iwoca we prioritise a culture of learning growth and support and invest in the professional development of our team members. We value thought and skill diversity.

The offices

We put a lot of effort into making iwoca a great place to work:

• Offices in London Leeds Frankfurt and Berlin with plenty of drinks and snacks.

• Events and clubs like bingo comedy nights yoga classes football etc.

The benefits

• Flexible working.

• An employee equity incentive scheme.

• Two company retreats a year weve been to France Italy Spain and further afield.

• 25 days holiday an extra day off for your birthday the option to buy or sell an additional five days of annual leaveand unlimited unpaid leave.

• A onemonth fully paid sabbatical after four years.

• Electric car scheme and cycle to work scheme.

• 3 pension contributions on total earnings.

• Instant access to external counselling and therapy sessions for team members that need emotional or mental health support.

• Medical insurance from Vitality including discounted gym membership.

• A private GP service (separate from Vitality) for you your partner and your dependents.

• Generous parental leave and a nursery tax benefit scheme to help you .

And to make sure we all keep learning we offer:

• A learning and development budget for everyone.

• Companywide talks with internal and external speakers.

• Access to learning platforms like Treehouse.

Useful links:

• See iwoca benefits & policies for detail and some additional benefits.

• See interview welcome pack to learn more about the process.