Director - Media & Tech Corporate Sector Coverage

Our client is a leading UK-headquartered financial institution with a dominant domestic franchise and a well-established corporate and institutional banking platform, supporting large corporates with a full suite of financing and risk management solutions. The business combines strong balance sheet capacity with deep client relationships and sector expertise, with a growing strategic focus on high-growth areas such as Media and Technology.

Description

Exciting opportunity for a Director - Media & Tech Corporate Sector Coverage Banker focused on large UK Corporates with a leading UK Corporate and Investment Bank. London

This position sits within a well-established sector coverage team responsible for managing relationships with large corporates (typically >£100m turnover, many >£500m turnover), including FTSE-listed businesses, global multinationals, and sponsor-backed companies.

The platform has built strong momentum in the TMT space and is investing further to strengthen its coverage of Media & Technology clients. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping sector strategy, deepening client engagement, and driving sustainable revenue growth.

• Lead and develop strategic relationships with a portfolio of Media & Technology clients
• Deliver the full suite of corporate banking solutions, including lending, liquidity, and risk management products
• Identify and execute revenue opportunities across Investment Grade, Leveraged Finance, and Infrastructure transactions
• Provide sector insight and thought leadership, maintaining a deep understanding of market trends and client dynamics
• Coordinate deal execution internally, working closely with product specialists, credit, risk, and execution teams
• Originate new business opportunities and contribute to broader sector growth initiatives
• Lead and mentor junior team members, supporting their development and performance

Profile

Exciting opportunity for a Director - Media & Tech Corporate Sector Coverage Banker focused on large UK Corporates with a leading UK Corporate and Investment Bank. London

• Demonstrable experience in corporate banking or relationship management, with exposure to large-cap clients in the UK
• Strong credit and financial analysis capability, with experience structuring and executing transactions
• Deep understanding of the Media & Technology sector, including key themes and market drivers
• Proven ability to build long-term client relationships and deliver commercial outcomes
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels
• Experience leading, coaching, or mentoring colleagues
• Strong understanding of governance and regulatory frameworks within corporate banking

My client is interested in suitable VP level candidates who are ready to step up to Director level, as well as Director level candidates from product areas (Leveraged Finance, DCM, M&A, etc) who want to move into coverage.

Job Offer

Why This Role

• Exposure to a high-quality and diverse client base, including some of the UK's most prominent corporates
• Opportunity to shape sector strategy within a growing, well-supported platform
• Broad product exposure across complex and high-value transactions
• Collaborative, well-resourced environment with strong internal connectivity

• Competitive base salary and performance-related bonus
• Generous pension contribution
• Flexible benefits package and share schemes
• 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Comprehensive wellbeing and family support policies