Co-Founder & Managing Director – YOUNG Lending Desk

Location: Europe (hybrid / international travel) Compensation: Competitive base salary + bonus + participation + direct investment opportunities About YOUNG & YOUNG LENDING DESK YOUNG is a group of fast‑growing ventures across real estate, hospitality, media and lifestyle. We operate internationally with headquarters in the Netherlands and Spain, and an expanding footprint across Europe and emerging markets. YOUNG Lending Desk is the private, asset‑backed financing platform of the YOUNG Group. We structure long‑term real estate financing with private lenders on an invitation‑only basis. No public funds. No mass market. Only real assets, long‑term capital and entrepreneurial value creation. Our operating companies (YOUNG Coffee, Hospitality, Workspaces) actively use our own properties, creating a unique combination of: Real estate ownership Operational cashflow Long‑term asset value Brand‑driven location strategy YOUNG Lending Desk is one of the financial engines of the YOUNG ecosystem. For more information about YOUNG, please visit: OUR CULTURE YOUNG is entrepreneurial, performance‑driven and built for people who take responsibility. We value: Clear communication Speed of execution Trust Ownership Continuous improvement We thrive in fast‑moving environments and expect a hands‑on mentality from everyone who joins us. If you want real responsibility, real pressure and real impact—YOUNG is the place for you. The Role – Co‑Founder & Managing Director This is not a corporate management role. This is a true co‑founder position to build, scale and professionalise YOUNG Lending Desk together with the Founder. You will be responsible for: Structuring and scaling the private lending platform Building and managing direct relationships with private investors Structuring: Asset‑backed loans Private real estate financing Value participation & buy‑and‑hold structures Representing YOUNG towards: High‑net‑worth individuals Entrepreneurs Family offices Developing: Lending templates Risk frameworks Governance & reporting structures Co‑shaping: Acquisition strategy Capital planning Portfolio growth Acting as the commercial and financial face of YOUNG Lending Desk This is a build‑from‑scratch leadership role with international scope. Who we are looking for You are not a desk banker. You are a commercial dealmaker with real financial depth. You bring: 10+ years of experience in: Private equity Real estate funds Investment management Structured finance Private debt / private lending Proven experience in: Raising private capital Structuring investment vehicles Managing investor relations Strong understanding of: Real estate valuation Risk, collateral, LTV Cashflow‑based financing A strong commercial instinct High‑level financial literacy Excellent communication & representation skills International mindset and flexibility True entrepreneurial DNA: Self‑starting Independent Comfortable with responsibility No need for hierarchy Most importantly: You are an entrepreneur. You roll up your sleeves, take ownership and deliver. Skin in the Game – Compensation & Participation This is a co‑founder role, not a classic job. You will receive: A competitive base salary A performance‑based bonus Equity / profit participation based on results The opportunity to invest alongside YOUNG in selected deals Long‑term wealth creation, not just short‑term income Participation is structured transparently with: A clear cliff period Vesting over time Strong alignment between contribution and reward YOUNG Trial (Part of the Process) Every candidate who advances in our recruitment process completes the YOUNG Trial: A focused 5–10 hour practical assignment, carried out during evenings or weekends. The trial is non‑remunerated It is an essential part of our selection process It allows both candidate and YOUNG to assess real‑world alignment in a realistic context The trial gives insight into: Ownership mindset Problem‑solving ability Execution speed Communication style Professional standards Why join YOUNG Lending Desk? You will co‑build a new international private financing platform You operate at the intersection of real estate, entrepreneurship and capital You will have: Real influence Real upside Real ownership You will not be “a manager in a fund” You will be a founding pillar of a scalable financial platform How to apply If you recognize yourself in this profile and feel the drive to build this with us: Please send: Your CV A short motivation And a brief explanation of why you see yourself as a co‑founder rather than an employee to: Discretion is guaranteed. #J-18808-Ljbffr