Junior Structured Finance Analyst London – ARC Ratings

Job Description

As a junior analyst, assist with the analysis and review of all quantitative, structural, legal, and credit aspects of securitisation transactions both in a primary and surveillance capacity

Analyse asset pools, assess transaction structures and quantitatively model cash flows using ARC’s methodologies and models/tools to formulate independent credit opinions. The analysis will also include reviewing legal documentation and third-party reports
Assist in the preparation of committee papers on new or existing structured finance ratings
Compile/utilise asset models and cash flow tools related to structured finance transactions
Participation in, and ideally initiate, ad-hoc high-quality sector commentaries and topical research, transactions and performance trends
Provide input to rating methodologies
Interaction with structured finance counterparties such as issuers, investors and bankers
Compilation and maintenance of a peer comparison database as well as some involvement with analysis of corporate ratings
Conduct originator and servicer reviews as well as investor outreach meetings

Qualifications

Strong academic record
Academic degree (MSc/BSc or equivalent) in finance, law, engineering, mathematics, real estate, economics, statistics or other related quantitative field
CFA/CQF advantageous
Strong quantitative aptitude, proven analytical skills and logical analytical thought process; strong attention to detail

Essential Requirements?

No previous structured finance experience required
Experience in handling customer relationships
Understanding of investment, financial and fixed income markets
Strong credit, financial modelling skills advantageous
High level knowledge and ability with Excel
Strong understanding of accounting issues advantageous
Understanding of industry, regulatory and economic aspects affecting structured finance advantageous
Excellent written and verbal communications skills in English essential
Spoken and written proficiency in Spanish, Italian or French advantageous but not essential (this at a legal documentation reading level)
Ability to communicate effectively and build relationships with issuers, investors, bankers, journalists and other market professionals
Ability to travel across EMEA/UK on a regular basis is required
Sound judgment and highest ethical standards; capable of developing independent opinions and defending own views
Proactive, flexible, diligent and dependable
Demonstrated ability to work efficiently and independently
Demonstrated ability to prioritize and meet tight deadlines and work under pressure

Details

We are open to all applications within the UK.This is a hybrid position, with the possibility to work from home.

Please send C.V.s and cover email to .

Closing Date: 18th September 2024.