Poste et missions
The Associate in Acquisition and Strategic Finance team will be based in London. The candidate will work under the supervision of a project manager, focusing on deal structuring and execution, and will contribute to the wider strategy of expansion for the business line. You will be joining a global team and you will take responsibility for and gain exposure to a variety of different products (typical LBO, US Term Loan B, bridge to bond, corporate loans, fund finance) and client segments – including private equity funds and mid to large corporates.
Main responsibilities of the role:
* Detailed credit analysis: business description, industry review, competitive positioning, etc.
* Financial analyses: historical performance review, financial forecast and free cash flow analysis)
* Construction & review of financial models and key ratios and concepts used therein;
* Internal credit process: preparing materials (including credit memo) in line with the policies and requirements of Natixis;
* Preparing financing ideas and pitches for clients;
* To conduct regular portfolio reviews, waivers and amendments and internal reporting. Active participation in the restructuring situations if necessary;
* Liaison with Syndications, Trading, Legal, MO and BO operations.
* Maintain and develop product knowledge. Complete all mandatory training as required to maintain competence.
* Comply with all applicable legal, regulatory and internal Compliance requirements as issued from time to time, including, but not limited to, the London Compliance manual,
* Compliance policies and procedures, Security policies & procedures; Financial Security requirements, including but not limited to the prevention of Financial Crime and Fraud including reporting obligations to the Money Laundering Reporting Officer.
Profil et compétences requises
• Working practice of arranging leveraged finance transactions
• Strong background in financial analysis and sound modeling capabilities
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work within tight deadlines
• Ability to communicate and defend credit analysis and credit judgments clearly
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to learn quickly
• Very good technical, numeracy and analytical skills