Investment Banking Analyst - Y1 - Trade and Sustainable Commodity Finance

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Responsibilities
Job Overview and Scope:
Assist client executives in management of a portfolio of client relationships (existing and new) as well as in development and expansion of these relationships. Analyze and draft financing/credit proposals; work with relationship managers to obtain approvals from senior management and credit department, assist in closing deals, incl legal reviews and administrative tasks / compliance. Monitor completed transactions, account reporting, recommend improvements, ensure data quality on clients in all banks systems, assist in ensuring compliance with all policy and procedures. Adhere to Culture and Conduct requirements.
Responsibilities:
Client development:

• Assist in screening of financing transactions: assists in development of deal flow. Performs analysis of proposals against established criteria (business and credit quality) and recommends action.
• Analyze deals, perform certain core due diligence processes for qualified deals and participate in negotiating terms of direct deals (in conjunction with deal leader and product specialists). Assist in transaction approval process, including dealing with senior management and credit officers. Co-ordinate with other deal participants. Sometimes negotiates closing documents with applicable advisors (e.g. lawyers, accountants, etc.).
• Develop effective working relationships with other departments (including credit department) and product specialists to incorporate their expertise in client management.
• Build business relationships with clients, industry peers, other bank's syndication groups and applicable industry associations. Participate in industry seminars and conferences to foster business networking and deal generation.
  

Portfolio Management:

• Monitor and report on account compliance and financial performance of assigned portfolio accounts.
• Identify and report on operating and compliance variances to team leader and credit function and obtain requisite approvals from senior management for credit amendment(s).
• Ensure data quality integrity for the assigned portfolio; and compliance with internal and external policies and procedures.
• Handle legal documentation where/when appropriate
• Handle ongoing administrative requirements including closing / deal renewal processes
• Advises on portfolio developments and new opportunities.
• Assists in executing exit strategies in keeping with overall business objectives.
  

Required
Profile required

• 2+ years experience in similar role
• Business/Accounting/Math/Science degree with credit training
• Experience in writing credit proposals
• Analytic/systematic thinker, strong ability to identify core issues in business models and transactions.
• Understands financial statements/accounting: balance sheet, income statement, cash flow
• Experience in quantifying and qualifying business and financial risk.
• Some knowledge of corporate finance products including bank credit facilities, public debt and equity issuance and some basic familiarity with (commodity) hedging concepts.
• High-level competency in computer-based financial analysis and presentation (Microsoft Office)
• Team player creative, persistent, high energy, confident, results-oriented, good communicator, strong writing skills and committed to achieving objectives.
• Committed to meet deadlines
  

Business insight
Societe Generale is committed to offering an inclusive recruitment experience to all candidates. If you require any reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to let our Recruiters know.
OUR CULTURE:
At Societe Generale, we live by our 4 core values of commitment, responsibility, team spirit and innovation. We are engaged and demonstrate consideration for others. We act ethically and with courage. We focus our talent and energy on collective success. We experiment and propose new ideas. This way, we maximize our ability to serve client needs and anticipate market changes. Societe Generale is committed to strengthening bonds with colleagues, communities, and the world in which we live, because relationships are at the heart of how we operate. For more information about our Culture and Conduct initiatives, please visit this link ( )
DIVERSITY, INCLUSION & BELONGING ("DIB"):
Our DIB Mission: Recruit, develop, retain and advance a talented workforce that is united in our efforts to leverage our talent and further develop an inclusive environment that will enhance our competitive position and deliver innovative solutions to our clients. It seeks to foster an environment where employee differences are valued and where all employees feel engaged, supported, respected, and informed. For more information about our DIB initiatives, please visit this link: :

Base salary range does not include overtime pay, bonus and/or other benefits, where applicable. Actual base salary offer will vary based on skills and experience. xhyhwjd The role is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and includes a competitive benefits package including 401(k) plan with company match, medical/dental/vision, and other benefits for fertility, wellness, student loans and commuters.