About the Team and Position:
The Project/Infrastructure Finance group is responsible for credit analysis/approvals and portfolio management of credits in several sectors including digital infrastructure; mining; oil and gas; power and transmission; renewable energy, transportation / mass transit; and water and wastewater.
This position will provide you with (i) a great opportunity to cover challenging credits in the project/infrastructure space, (ii) exposure to a variety of industries/sectors iii) strong visibility with senior and executive management, and (iv) exciting career growth prospects.
Core Responsibilities:
Analyze credit risks associated with transaction in the infrastructure / project finance across multiple asset types, including power & energy, transportation, and digital infrastructure.
Review diligence materials including technical, environmental, insurance, tax and market consultants.
Work closely with the front office deal team, Risk Management, Legal, and other internal groups.
Identify risks affecting the business for PIF credits.
Perform financial analysis for the borrowers. Analyze an array of financial metrics to assess the value of a business, determine debt capacity and understand the financial risks associated with the project.
Cash flow modeling, valuation, comparable & relative value analyses and market-specific analysis.
Provide effective analysis of credit including credit worthiness of the applicant, loan structure, risk return.
Present credit view and recommendation of the transactions to senior management / committees and other key senior professionals.
Manage a portfolio of counterparties monitoring the performance on a quarterly basis, identifying trends in their performance and proactively recommending any rating revision, if required.
Timely completion of annual credit reviews, quarterly monitoring and other ad-hoc reports as required.
Qualifications:
3+ years of relevant transaction experience, with understanding of market fundamentals within project finance, infrastructure (e.g. transportation, industrial, telecom, water, storage, transmission, oil & gas) and Power (e.g. conventional and renewable energy generation, natural resources & gas distribution)
Exhibits a capacity to analyze the underlying credit trends, including the competence to accurately assess credit migration trends and default possibility of the borrowers.
Aptitude to write well organized, accurate and in-depth reports based on information gathered and thoughtful cash flow projections.
Knowledge of a range of debt / hedging products.
Advanced knowledge of Excel and experience with building comprehensive cash flow projection model.
Desirable education / skillset:
MBA / Business degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics, strong quantitative background.
An open mind, willing to learn new skills and unfamiliar industries.
Solid analytical and time management skills.
Capable of working well independently and as a part of the team.
Proficiency with Capital IQ, Bloomberg, MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
Formalized credit training from an accredited financial institution and proficient financial modeling skills.
The expected base salary ranges from $90,000 - $140,000. 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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Other requirements
Mizuho has in place a hybrid working program, with varying opportunities for remote work depending on the nature of the role, needs of your department, as well as local laws and regulatory obligations. Roles in some of our departments have greater in-office requirements that will be communicated to you as part of the recruitment process.
Company Overview
Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. is the 15th largest bank in the world as measured by total assets of ~$2 trillion. Mizuho's 60,000 employees worldwide offer comprehensive financial services to clients in 35 countries and 800 offices throughout the Americas, EMEA and Asia. Mizuho Americas is a leading provider of corporate and investment banking services to clients in the US, Canada, and Latin America. Through its acquisition of Greenhill, Mizuho provides M&A, restructuring and private capital advisory capabilities across Americas, Europe and Asia. Mizuho Americas employs approximately 3,500 professionals, and its capabilities span corporate and investment banking, capital markets, equity and fixed income sales & trading, derivatives, FX, custody and research. Visit www.mizuhoamericas.com.
Mizuho Americas offers a competitive total rewards package.
We are an EEO/AA Employer - M/F/Disability/Veteran.
We participate in the E-Verify program.
We maintain a drug-free workplace and reserve the right to require pre- and post-hire drug testing as permitted by applicable law.
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This is not your typical financial institution. It’s our people who make us a cut above. Here, every person is respected because of their differences, not in spite of them. We pride ourselves on a culture of purpose, passion and compassion. At Mizuho, we provide the stability of an international industry leader with the career trajectory of a growing business. Our steady, strategic growth gives our people at all levels rewarding degrees of responsibility and a richer work experience than a boutique firm or an established giant could offer alone. Working for Mizuho opens doors not just to a rewarding career with excellent prospects, but to lasting friendships with colleagues from diverse cultures. It’s the local expertise of our employees that makes our global network so powerful. By collaborating with colleagues and clients who have your same ambition, you can amplify your sphere of influence and base of knowledge as part of one of the largest—and growing—banks in the world. We’re all global citizens, and that’s why our company feels compelled to make an impact through more than just drawing up deals. We prove that it’s possible to do well and do good. We do right by our clients, our community and each other.
