As an Analyst or Associate, in the Project Finance (Origination) team at National Bank of Canada Capital Markets, means acting as a specialist in modeling, underwriting, and executing project finance transactions. In this position, you will play a support role in the deal process while using your critical thinking skills and strong attention to detail to have a positive impact on the organization.
Your Job - Complete complex financial modeling for projects. Expert proficiency in spreadsheet modelling is essential
- Ensure that credit underwriting for project finance transactions are within the risk management parameters of the Bank
- Perform internal risk assessments and Bank return analyses for new and existing transactions
- Assist in the execution and closing functions of project finance transactions including review and negotiation of credit agreements and other credit documentation
- Support the deal team in the structuring of financings across a spectrum of transaction types
- Interface with external consultants including independent engineers, resource consultants, legal counsel, and insurance advisors
- Interact with internal business partners including investment banking, debt capital markets, infrastructure advisory, risk management solutions and credit risk management
- Perform due diligence, including reviewing market studies, engineering reports, financial models, customer financial information, project contracts, and legal analyses
- Contribute to special projects and initiatives as required
- Ensure compliance of all internal and external matters in accordance with banking regulations, Bank policy and best practices
Your Team The Project Finance team is a leading franchise within the National Bank of Canada Capital Markets - Corporate & Investment Banking ("CIB") group.
You will be an integral part of the Project Finance team. Focus is on North America with some exposure to global project financings. Clients are located throughout North America, some limited travel will be required.
Our training programs use on-the-job learning to help you master your role. You'll have access to colleagues with a wide range of expertise, experience and backgrounds to enrich all aspects of your development.
Requirements - Completion of an Undergraduate Degree or Graduate Degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Engineering, Accounting, or other relevant field.
- Working towards a professional designation such as the CFA, CA, etc. considered an asset
- Analyst requires 1-3 years of experience in Project Finance, Investment Banking, Infrastructure, Engineering/Development, Commercial/Corporate Lending, Capital Markets, or other relevant areas
- Associate requires 3-6 years of experience Project Finance, Investment Banking, Infrastructure, Engineering/Development, Commercial/Corporate Lending, Capital Markets, or other relevant areas
- Strong financial modeling skills using Excel
- Self-starter and able to complete complex task with limited oversigh
- Critical thinker with strong attention to detail
- Able to multitask and manage conflicting priorities
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Proactivity and business judgement
Languages: English, French
Reason to require this language: you will need to serve clients who speak a language other than French regularly.
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Capital Markets Commercial Lending Critical Thinking Due Diligence Financial Modeling Infrastructure Interpersonal Skills Multitasking Portfolio Management Project Finance Renewable Energy Risk Assessment Underwriting Detail-oriented
Your benefits In addition to competitive compensation, upon hiring you'll be eligible for a wide range of flexible benefits to help promote your wellbeing and that of your family such as:
* Health and wellness program, including many options
* Flexible group insurance
* Generous pension plan
* Employee Share Ownership Plan
* Employee and family assistance program
* Preferential banking services
* Involvement in community initiatives
* Telemedicine service
* Virtual sleep clinic
We have an offer that keeps up with trends as well as your needs and those of your family.
Our dynamic work environments and cutting-edge collaboration tools foster a positive employee experience. We value employees' ideas. Whether through our surveys or programs, regular feedback and ongoing communication are encouraged.
