Description
A career as an Analyst in the Project Finance team means acting as a specialist in modeling, underwriting, and executing project finance transactions. In this position, you will play a support role while using your critical thinking skills and strong attention to detail to have a positive impact on the organization.
There are two positions available within the Calgary Project Finance team, one within the Origination team and one within the Portfolio team. The Origination team is responsible for originating and underwriting new Project Finance transactions, while the Portfolio team is responsible for the ongoing management and data analytics of the Project Finance portfolio.
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 in-depth due diligence including detailed credit analysis for new & existing borrowers, including preparing periodic credit reviews, risk assessments, and internal ratings for new & existing transactions.
- Support the deal team in credit structuring across a spectrum of transaction types including review and negotiation of credit agreements and other credit documentation
- 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
- Analyze financial statements, project cash flow models and other financial information
- Maintain various internal portfolio dashboards, databases and trackers.
- Contribute to special projects and ad-hoc 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 Financial 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.
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Analyst to join the Project Finance team.
Basic 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
- 0-2 years of experience in Project Finance, Investment Banking, Infrastructure, Engineering/Development, Commercial/Corporate Lending, Capital Markets, or other relevant areas
- Strong financial modeling skills using Excel
- Able to multitask and manage conflicting priorities
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Proactivity and business judgement
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. * 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 * Opportunities to get involved in community initiatives * Telemedicine service * Virtual sleep clinic These are a few of the benefits available to you. 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 actively listen to employees’ ideas. Whether through our surveys or programs, regular feedback and ongoing communication is encouraged. We're putting people first We're a bank on a human scale that stands out for its courage, entrepreneurial culture, and passion for people. Our mission is to have a positive impact on peoples' lives. Our core values of partnership, agility, and empowerment inspire us, and inclusivity is central to our commitments. We offer a barrier-free workplace that is accessible to all employees. We want our recruitment process to be fully accessible. If you require accommodation, feel free to let us know during your first conversations with us. We welcome all candidates! What can you bring to our team? Come live your ambitions with us!
