Analyst Loan Structuring and Syndication

Attendance

On-Site

Job number

23382

Category

Intermediate Professional

Status: Permanent

State

Alberta

Type of Contract

Permanent

Country

Canada

Schedule: Full-Time

Full Time / Part Time?

Full-Time

Posting date

21-Nov-2024

Location: Calgary, Alberta

City

Calgary

Province/State

Alberta

Area of Interest: Financial markets and treasury

A role as an Analyst in the Loan Structuring & Syndication team ("LSS") at National Bank Financial Markets ("NBF") means actively participating and supporting team members from A - Z in the life cycle of a bank loan. The analyst supports team members from the origination of a bank loan to its distribution (if syndicated) and financial close within the Project Finance industry.

The Analyst will evolve in a team of highly motivated professionals, collaborate and learn about a broad range of capital markets products within NBF. This position appeals to individuals who are interested in pursuing a career in an entrepreneurial, fast paced and high-energy environment.

Your Job

Conduct financial and comparable transaction analysis to propose supportable and syndicatable financing structures
Prepare marketing and pitch materials to be presented to existing and potential clients which could include financing terms and conditions, syndication strategies, capital structure considerations, benchmarking analysis and other applicable information
Help manage the distribution process in the syndication of transactions under the corporate portfolio in Toronto, including coordinating lender meetings, virtual data rooms, lenders’ Q&A etc.
Develop a network with corporate banking and syndication desks at other financial institutions
Maintain pitch resources and benchmarking databases

Your Team

National Bank of Canada ("NBC") is one of Canada’s leading integrated financial groups. It has more than 30,000 employees in knowledge-intensive positions and has been recognized numerous times as a top employer and for its commitment to diversity. Operating under NBC’s NBF division, the Corporate and Investment Banking ("CIB") group comprises over 300 professionals located in offices in Montreal, Toronto, Calgary, Vancouver, and New York and offers a full suite of financial solutions to large corporations, including equity and debt underwriting, mergers and acquisitions advisory, corporate lending and risk management solutions. NBF provides a wide array of lending services including traditional operating and term financings, acquisition financings, and cross-border financings which could range up to $5Bn+.

As part of CIB, LSS is a team of 25 professionals focused on the origination, structuring, pricing, and distribution process for all syndicated loans at NBC. LSS team members interact with various external and internal stakeholders, including clients, lending and investment banking coverage teams, other syndicate lenders, portfolio management, credit adjudicators, and agency and operational groups. LSS has demonstrated considerable momentum over the last few years, culminating in record deal flow and 200+ Lead Left accounts, of which 110+ are outside of Quebec.

This position is based in Calgary.

Basic Requirements

Undergraduate degree in a relevant field (e.g. B.Comm., B.B.A.)
Professional designation (e.g. CPA, CFA) considered an asset
Experience in the renewables and/or infrastructure Project Finance sectors considered an asset
Keen and demonstrated interest in business and finance, with a predisposition towards credit
Excellent numerical and analytical abilities with a good understanding of financial transactions and their related risks
Ability to work in a fast paced environment with competing demands and quick turnarounds in response to time-sensitive client needs are required
Positive can-do attitude
Strong attention to detail
Ability to use judgment to identify and diagnose problems within given constraints
Excellent problem solving skills and resourcefulness
Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills, both with internal and external stakeholders
Excellent communication and writing skills with an ability to present ideas in a concise and well-structured manner
Well-developed computer skills, with an emphasis on Microsoft Office Suite
Bloomberg, Refinitiv and CapIQ knowledge are considered assets

Languages:

English

Skills

Agility Bloomberg Commercial Banking Communication Corporate Banking Credit Diversity & Inclusion Financial Markets Initiative Interpersonal Skills Learning Agility Microsoft Excel Problem Solving

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!!

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For an environment that supports your career path

There are many varied opportunities for you to progress and develop, and move ahead in your career. This includes on-the-job learning and training, co-development and pairing with other employees, professional support and mentoring, internal career days or discussion forums with our leaders.

For an inclusive and diverse environment

We foster inclusion in an environment where each person’s unique qualities, whether visible or invisible, are celebrated and valued. We welcome all candidates! What can you bring to our team?