Debt Capital Markets (DCM) Director

Flagstar Bank•New York, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Debt Capital Markets (DCM) Director is responsible for originating, structuring, and executing debt financing solutions for corporate, financial sponsor, and institutional clients. This role leads DCM client coverage efforts, drives capital markets strategy, and collaborates closely with coverage teams, internal product partners, and risk to deliver best in class debt advisory and execution. The Director plays a key leadership role in guiding junior team members, deepening client relationships, and expanding the firm’s debt capital markets footprint.

Requirements

10+ years of capital markets, corporate finance, or investment banking experience, with a background in debt financing execution.
Expertise across pro rata loan, leveraged finance and bond markets, including syndication processes and investor dynamics.
Proven ability to concurrently manage multiple transactions in a high energy, fast-paced environment
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.
Series 79 or its equivalent required
Willingness to travel as needed (30-50%)

Nice To Haves

MBA, CFA, or related advanced degree is a plus
Formal credit training

Responsibilities

Originate DCM opportunities across pro rata syndications, leveraged loans, high‑yield bonds, investment‑grade bonds, and structured debt solutions.
Structure, negotiate, and execute complex debt financing transactions, including acquisition financings, recapitalizations, refinancings, bridge facilities, and liability management.
Oversee legal documentation, term sheet, and underwriting materials in partnership with legal, risk, and coverage teams.
Coordinate with Sales & Trading to determine pricing, investor positioning, and distribution strategy.
Present to internal capital commitment committees and senior risk stakeholders.
Coordinate with Agency Services to ensure seamless closing and ongoing deal administration.
Maintain an informed understanding of credit markets, investor appetite, pricing trends, and macroeconomic drivers.
Guide clients through market conditions and financing alternatives using data‑driven insights.
Advise on capital structure optimization, rating agency considerations, and comparative funding strategies.
Mentor and develop vice presidents, associates, and analysts on deal execution, modeling, market analysis, and client presentation.
Collaborate with relationship managers and internal partners to educate and deliver integrated client solutions.
Represent the DCM team in senior leadership discussions and cross‑functional initiatives.
Performs special projects, and additional duties and responsibilities as required.
Consistently adheres to regulatory and compliance policies and standards linked to the job as listed and complete required compliance trainings.
Accountable to maintain compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.