Full-Time

Capital Markets Lead

Updated on 4/10/2024

Affirm

1,001-5,000 employees

Buy now, pay later financial services

Data & Analytics

Financial Services

Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$179,400 - $239,250Annually

+ Bonus + Equity

Senior

Remote in USA

Required Skills

Python

Communications

SQL

Requirements

5+ years in structured finance, fixed-income investing, trading, private equity, consulting, or product/strategy roles
Ability to reason through first principles of value and structure, and think outside of the box
Exceptional communication skills and ability to convey the firm's strategy to sophisticated counterparties
High level of humility and ability to own mistakes, and a strong desire to learn and grow
Experience with SQL or Python is a plus, but not required
Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
Clear alignment with Affirm's core values

Responsibilities

Develop and execute Capital Markets strategy
Own deal processes from start to finish
Take charge of communication with various teams
Build and manage relationships with investors
Develop a strong understanding of Affirm's business

Affirm is reinventing credit to make it more honest and friendly, giving consumers the flexibility to buy now and pay later without any hidden fees or compounding interest.

We’re looking for an outstanding team member to join Affirm’s Capital Markets team! Affirm Capital is responsible for structuring, negotiating, and executing a critical part of Affirm’s revenue strategy. As a Capital Markets Lead, you will build and own a significant portion of the platform’s funding strategy which drives Affirm’s ability to scale its consumer point-of-sale lending business globally - this is a complex role essential to the functioning of a consumer finance and payments platform. The ideal team member will have strong technical and interpersonal skills and the desire to work closely with both internal and external stakeholders.

What You’ll Do

Play a meaningful role in developing and executing on Capital Markets strategy to enable the company’s rapid growth
Own deal processes from start to finish, including structuring, negotiation, documentation, and execution
Take charge of communication with Engineering, Product, Commercial, and Credit/Risk teams to drive scale for Affirm’s capital platform and funding strategy
Build and manage relationships with existing and potential investors
Develop a strong understanding of Affirm’s business from a unique perspective and learn how Capital Markets fits into broader corporate initiatives

What We Look For

5+ years in structured finance, fixed-income investing, trading, private equity, consulting, or product/strategy roles
Ability to reason through first principles of value and structure, and think outside of the box
Exceptional communication skills and ability to convey the firm’s strategy to sophisticated counterparties
High level of humility and ability to own mistakes, and a strong desire to learn and grow
Experience with SQL or Python is a plus, but not required
Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
Clear alignment with Affirm’s core values

Pay Grade - USA49

Employees new to Affirm or promoted into a new role, typically begin in the min to mid range.

USA On Target Earnings (CA, WA, NY, NJ, CT) per year:

Min: $199,350

Mid: $219,300

Max: $239,250

USA On Target Earnings (all other U.S. states) per year:

Min: $179,400

Mid: $197,400

Max: $215,400

Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

#LI-Remote

Affirm is proud to be a remote-first company! The majority of our roles are remote and you can work almost anywhere within the country of employment. Affirmers in proximal roles have the flexibility to work remotely, but will occasionally be required to work out of their assigned Affirm office. A limited number of roles remain office-based due to the nature of their job responsibilities.

We’re extremely proud to offer competitive benefits that are anchored to our core value of people come first. Some key highlights of our benefits package include:

Health care coverage - Affirm covers all premiums for all levels of coverage for you and your dependents
Flexible Spending Wallets - generous stipends for spending on Technology, Food, various Lifestyle needs, and family forming expenses
Time off - competitive vacation and holiday schedules allowing you to take time off to rest and recharge
ESPP - An employee stock purchase plan enabling you to buy shares of Affirm at a discount

We believe It’s On Us to provide an inclusive interview experience for all, including people with disabilities. We are happy to provide reasonable accommodations to candidates in need of individualized support during the hiring process.

[For U.S. positions that could be performed in Los Angeles or San Francisco] Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Affirm will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Affirm offers a buy now, pay later service that allows consumers to make purchases and pay over time with transparent financial products. The main technologies used include JavaScript for the app, with a focus on improving consumer lives through transparent financial products.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$2.9B

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2012

Growth & Insights

Headcount

6 month growth

↑ 0%

1 year growth

↓ -2%

2 year growth

↑ 0%

Benefits

Spending wallets: Access tech, food, lifestyle, and family planning wallets for your expenses

Supportive communities: Get involved with our employee resource groups and community groups

Remote-first workforce: If your role is remote, you can set up shop anywhere in your home country

Generous time off: Take the time you need when life happens

Health benefits: Get a plan that fits your needs

Mental healthcare: Take care of your mind with great mental health programs

Parental leave: Birth and non-birth parents get 18 weeks paid leave. Plus, a 4-week return-to-work transition program, at full base pay.

Compensation: We have a simple, flexible, and transparent remote-first compensation structure so you can make the best decisions for yourself and your family.

Away days: We offer 24 company-wide paid days off—which help our teams collectively pause to recharge.

Learning & development: Engage in exciting learning programs to level up your growth.