Job description
Business type
Types of Jobs - Corporate & Investment Banking
Job title
Power & Utilities EMEA
Contract type
Permanent Contract
Management position
No
Job summary
We are looking for somebody who possesses strong analytical skills, financial modelling, attention to detail with the ability to work collaboratively within deal teams in a fast-paced, client-facing environment.
1. Sectors covered are Power, Utilities and Renewables.
2. Product range includes senior secured limited recourse financings, as well industry sector acquisition financing, portfolio financing, structured asset financing, subordinated debt and equity. Advisory is also particular focus of the business line.
3. The EMEA Power team is structured a range of MDs, directors, VPs, associates and analysts. All team members report to the head of the Power EMEA team.
4. All transactions are handled by a deal- team under the responsibility of either a director or assistant director.
5. EMEA Power Team forms part of the global EIG business line. As such it has responsibility for the implementation of the EIG strategy in respect of projects in the EMEA regions.
6. PF strategy is focused on providing structured finance solutions for its clients and core prospects as well as for specifically approved niche markets.
Responsibilities
7. New transactions will generally be undertaken by a team and team members will report to a designated team leader.
8. In respect of new transactions, participation in the origination, analysis (including assessment of economic rationale, terms of contracts, pertinent allocation of risks and mitigating factors), negotiation, internal approval process, documentation and closing. This job will entail primarily carrying out the junior functions within deal- teams – typically financial analysis, financial modelling, preparation of pitches and credit applications. Responsibility for certain segments of a transaction as delegated by the team leader.
9. Responsibility when required, for analysing project contracts, term sheets and documentation but heavy emphasis on financial modelling.
10. Responsibility for coordinating the financial modelling aspects for project financings and creating and running financial models.
11. Participation in marketing efforts and sectorial research and other commercial or administrative duties as assigned.
12. All responsibilities related to transactions may involve client facing work.
Legal and Regulatory Responsibilities
13. Comply with all applicable legal, regulatory and internal Compliance requirements, including, but not limited to, the London Compliance manual and Compliance policies and procedures as issued from time to time; Financial Security requirements, including, but not limited to, the prevention of Financial Crime and Fraud including reporting obligations to the Money Laundering Reporting Officer.
14. Maintain appropriate knowledge to ensure to be fully qualified to undertake the role. Complete all mandatory training as required to attain and maintain competence.
15. FCA exam to pass.
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
16. Educated to a degree level or equivalent
17. FCA exam CP8
Experience
18. Familiarity with Project Finance
19. Experience of risk analysis and cashflow modelling
Required skills
20. Proactive
21. Team-player
22. Ability to work well under pressure
23. Ability to prioritise and meet tight deadlines
24. Good communication skills – ability to communicate with people at all levels.
Technical skills required
25. Good IT skills – advanced knowledge of Excel software and competence in Visual Basic commands applicable to project finance models
26. Fluent English
27. Numeracy, analytical research & modelling
28. Verbal and written skills