Job Overview: Mizuho is hiring for a Director position on its New York-based Securitization team that will mainly focus on esoteric asset-backed securitizations. The team is responsible for the origination, execution, and management of Mizuho's bank-funded securitizations. The team works in partnership with Mizuho's industry / relationship coverage teams, in addition to Mizuho's broader Securitized Products business.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for originating, syndicating and executing warehouse securitization transactions for esoteric assets
- Generate pitch ideas, prepare pitch books, and join senior staff in meetings with existing and prospective customers
- Negotiate term sheets and transaction documentation with new and existing customers
- Prepare credit and ratings applications and negotiate internal approvals
- Process amendments, waivers, credit and ratings renewals, and review reports of new and existing transactions
- Develop models and perform credit and collateral analysis on different types of esoteric assets, including aircraft, container, digital infrastructure, whole business and IP/Royalties
- Perform market research and due diligence on existing and prospective customers and collateral pools
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred
- At least 7 years of relevant work experience
- Experience with term ABS and/or bank/conduit securitization structures
- In-depth understanding of the securitization market, multiple asset classes and types of structures
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Advanced transaction modeling skills
- Analytical and detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving skills
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment with varying priorities to meet internal and external deadlines
- Self-motivated and proactive
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Experience dealing with rating agencies, due diligence, risk weight and other regulatory reporting, and credit/underwriting processes
- Series 79 & 63
The expected base salary ranges from $300K - $325K. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications and licenses obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.
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