Aviation Leasing and Trading, Origination Lead
Macquarie Group · New York, United States · 27d ago
Staff / Lead / PrincipalOn-siteTrading & Markets$200k – $300k
Drive growth in Macquarie’s aviation platform by originating and executing high-value aircraft and engine leasing, debt, and trading transactions. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex, global deals while building strategic partnerships across the aviation ecosystem. Join a high-performing team delivering end-to-end solutions in a dynamic and fast-paced market.
We are a global financial services group operating in 30 markets with 57 years of unbroken profitability. At Macquarie, you’re empowered to shape a career that is fulfilling and creates value. You will bring your insights and expertise to the task at hand and feel supported as you make your own kind of impact for a better future.
You will originate and execute aircraft engine leasing, debt, and trading opportunities across the United States, while supporting broader northern-hemisphere markets as needed. Partnering closely with regional leadership and cross-functional teams, you will lead transactions from initial opportunity through negotiation, approval, and closing. The role involves managing relationships with airlines, OEMs, lessors, and investors, while identifying opportunities through market analysis and portfolio insights. You will also contribute to portfolio management decisions, including restructurings and remarketing strategies, and mentor junior team members to strengthen team performance. This role is primarily U.S.-based with frequent domestic and international travel; in-office expectations align with regional team requirements.
Salary range for this position: $200,000 - $300,000/Year. Actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, peer and market data, prior performance, business sector, and geographic location. You may also be eligible for an annual discretionary incentive compensation award. You can further read about the full spectrum of benefits we offer our people listed below.
- Demonstrated success in origination, business development and strategic partnerships within the aviation sector, preferably at a tier 1 or tier 2 aviation leasing or trading business, over 10+ years.
- Deep knowledge of aircraft and engine markets, pricing dynamics and technical drivers.
- Strong commercial negotiation skills and proven record of closing high-value leasing or trading transactions leveraging a strong industry network.
- Experience navigating cross-border or multi-jurisdictional deal structures.
- Ability to influence senior counterparties and align diverse internal stakeholders.
- Analytical rigor, organized and self-sufficient entrepreneurial mindset.
- International experience will be considered as an advantage
- 1 wellbeing leave day per year and a minimum of 25 days of annual leave
- 20 weeks’ paid parental leave for primary caregivers along with 12 days of paid transition leave upon return to work and 6 weeks’ paid leave for secondary caregivers
- 2 days of paid volunteer leave and donation matching
- Benefits and initiatives to support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing such as medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance; health savings account and dependent day care savings account; life insurance, disability, and other insurance plans; 401(k) and short/long term disability
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program, a robust behavioural health network with counselling and coaching services
- Access to a wide range of learning and development opportunities, including reimbursement for professional membership or subscription
- Recognition and service awards
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements, dependent on role
- Reimbursement for work from home equipment
Commodities and Global Markets is a global business offering capital and financing, risk management, market access, physical execution and logistics solutions to its diverse client base across Commodities, Financial Markets and Asset Finance.
We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all, where different experiences, skills and perspectives are valued and respected. Macquarie provides access to opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, gender identity or any other characteristic or circumstance.We provide reasonable accommodation to individuals who may need support during the recruitment process and employment. If you require an accommodation, please let us know during the application process.