Syndicate Transaction Manager

General Information

Entity

About Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank (Crédit Agricole CIB)

Crédit Agricole CIB is the corporate and investment banking arm of Crédit Agricole Group, the 10th largest banking group worldwide in terms of balance sheet size (The Banker, July 2022).
8,600 employees in more than 30 countries across Europe, the Americas, Asia-Pacific, the Middle-East and North Africa, support the Bank's clients, meeting their financial needs throughout the world.
Crédit Agricole CIB offers its large corporate and institutional clients a range of products and services in capital market activities, investment banking, structured finance, commercial banking and international trade.
The Bank is a pioneer in the area of climate finance, and is currently a market leader in this segment with a complete offer for all its clients.
By working every day in the interest of society, we are a Group committed to diversity and inclusion and place people at the heart of all our transformations. All our job offersare open to persons with disabilities.


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By working every day in the interest of society, we are a group committed to diversity and inclusion. All our positions are open to people with disabilities.   

Reference

2025-104424  

Update Date

18/09/2025

Job Description

Business Type

Types of Jobs - Corporate & Investment Banking

Job Title

Syndicate Transaction Manager

Contract Type

Permanent Contract

Management Position

No

Job Summary

Summary

Assist and support the EMEA GMD Syndicate team in regards to Primary New Issue business

Key Responsibilities

1. 1.     Strategy and Business Planning
2. 2.     Daily Syndicate & Administrative Responsibilities
3. 3.     Processes / IT systems
4. 4.     Management and Reporting
5. 5.     Counterparties and Clients

• Assist in developing the business activity of the EMEA Syndicate team
• Regularly contribute benchmarking of Primary activity.
• Assist GMD Syndicate team in pricing and executing primary new issues transactions.
• Involved in Bookbuilding process - specifically in charge/responsible of the bookbuilding/reconciliation process (orders and hedges) during a new issue transaction
• Execution of hedging operations (mainly EGB and swaps) on behalf of Syndicate Managers on the desk
• Trades booking in FO booking systems
• Ticketing and P&L Calculation.
• Managing the League Table Ranking.
• Ensure all syndicate administrative tasks have been closed for each deal (fee booking, daily Pnl reporting, Middle Office emails, etc.)
• Active connection, collaboration and communication with MO and BO teams to ensure follow up on new issues transaction settlements and potential issues arising.
• Report on any issues with the various IT systems used throughout the primary market flow business with a particular focus on S&P/Ipreo systems
• Key stakeholder and go-to person in regards to improvements on the above mentioned systems.
• Report on the progress of the business and any specific issues that arise.
• Perform ad hoc reporting requested by Management (monthly business review, quarter business review, etc.)
• Ensure responsibilities, reporting lines and any delegated responsibilities are communicated to and accepted by those persons involved and are clearly documented.
• Adhere to relevant Company policies and procedures.
• Ensure the Global Head of GMD Syndicate is made fully aware in a timely fashion of all matters that might have a material impact on the Syndicate group performance, risk position or compliance with legal or regulatory requirements.
• Develop and maintain relationships with peers in other organisations as applicable.
• Ensure adherence to KYC procedures and policy.

6.     Communication

• Contribute to discussions with the other members of Syndicate and DCM teams as requested and as appropriate to review market strategy and exchange ideas and any other pertinent information.
• Maintain open and constructive contact with the Sales desks regarding shared business.

Supplementary Information

Our commitment to you 

Join our team at Crédit Agricole CIB, the corporate and investment banking arm of 10th largest banking group worldwide in terms of balance sheet size (The Banker, July 2023). We offer more than just a job.

You will be part of a dynamic and collaborative work environment where CSR is embraced in our day-to-day business operation, innovation is encouraged and diversity is celebrated.

Crédit Agricole CIB, the first French bank to have committed to the Equator Principles, is a pioneer and global leader in sustainable finance. Our commitment to sustainability and corporate responsibility means that your work will have a positive impact on our communities and the environment.

With a people-centric culture where everyone is valued, and opportunities for personal and professional growth, Crédit Agricole CIB is not just a place to work – it is where you make an impact.

Our hiring process is open to all and should you have any particular needs or you may require adjustments, please let us know.

Position Location

Geographical Area

Europe, United Kingdom

City

London

Candidate Criteria

Minimal Education Level

Bachelor Degree / BSc Degree or equivalent

Academic Qualification / Speciality

Degree, preferably in a Mathematical / Scientific area, or A-levels followed by appropriate market relevant working experience

Experience

• Experience of Syndicate support function, Bond Syndicate Manager or Middle Office functions
• Ability to communicate clearly and easily

Required Skills

• Team oriented
• Excellent communication skills and able to coordinate effectively with other Teams: Sales, Traders, DCM Originators, MO and BO.
• Ability to think quickly, make decisions using good judgement and prioritize in busy trading situations
• Fluent in English

Technical Skills Required

• IT literate.
• Thorough knowledge of financial derivatives products including market liquidity (ability to enter or exit a position) and volatility (magnitude / speed of price change), pricing and trading/hedging strategies.
• Strong numerical, analytical and spreadsheets skills.
• Strong knowledge of bonds and swaps markets.