Lead Analyst - Senior Structured Finance Analyst

Job Description

Transaction analysis, preparation, and presentation of committee papers on new or existing Structured Finance ratings and communication of the results of such committees to external parties
Assume responsibility for rating Structured Finance transactions, this entailing;
- Managing a portfolio of transactions
- Take the lead role on analysis of transactions of more familiar asset classes while upskilling other analysts
- Performing the 1st review of analysis of transactions outside of the candidate's portfolio, specific to assets classes in which the candidate has experience
Compile/utilise asset side models and liability side cash flow models related to structured finance transactions
Participation in, and ideally initiate, ad-hoc sector commentaries and topical research
Ability to 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

Essential

Proven analytical skills evidenced by experience in an analytical or similar role
Strong quantitative skills
Strong academic record -
- Bachelor's/Master's degree in finance/business/quantitative discipline (2:1 minimum)
- CFA/CQF advantageous
Previous Structured Finance experience, essential (2-3 years minimum)
Strong credit, financial modelling skills -
High level of ability with Excel
High level of familiarity with legal documentation and structures
Strong understanding of accounting issues affecting varying asset classes
Solid understanding of industry, regulatory and economic aspects affecting structured finance
Ability to deliver clear and concise analysis to both internal and external parties
With the ability to deliver clear and concise analysis to both internal and external parties
Spoken and written proficiency in Spanish, Italian or French highly advantageous (this at a legal documentation reading level)
Excellent written and verbal communications skills in English
Ability to handle own portfolio of projects, with a lower degree of direct supervision, whilst simultaneously guiding more junior analysts
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 as required
Ability to work in high pressure environment

Please send C.V.s and cover email to: recruitment@arcratings.com.

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