Analyst - Shipping Finance, Associate - Shipping Finance

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the finance sector is seeking a Shipping Finance Associate to join their dynamic team in London. This role focuses on client relationship management, supporting loan structuring, and preparing marketing materials. The ideal candidate will have 3 to 5 years of banking experience, strong numerical and communication skills, and a degree-level education. This position offers excellent progression opportunities within a friendly and collaborative culture, making it a perfect fit for motivated individuals looking to advance their careers in shipping finance.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in banking within a lending team.
• Strong numerical skills and proficiency in Excel.

Responsibilities

• Assist Directors in identifying potential new clients and expanding business.
• Prepare marketing materials and commercial proposals for internal approval.

Skills

Banking Experience

Client Relationship Management

Numerical Skills

Communication Skills

Proficiency in Excel

Understanding of Accounting Principles

Interest in Macroeconomics

Education

Degree-level Education

CFA Level I or higher

Job description

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Analyst - Shipping Finance, Associate - Shipping Finance, London

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Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Finance

EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

• Established team/franchise that is continuing to grow
• Friendly culture and excellent progression opportunities

About Our Client

City of London based European Corporate and Investment Bank

Job Description

Shipping Finance Associate - Main Responsibilities: The primary objective is to assist the Team's Directors in identifying potential new clients and expanding business with existing clients by exploring new opportunities and generating ideas. Key duties include:

• Supporting the ongoing management of client relationships, identifying potential new clients, and assessing risk.
• Preparing marketing materials, pitch books, and related documents.
• Structuring and pricing new loan facilities and preparing indicative term sheets for approval by senior management.
• Preparing commercial proposals for submission to internal approval authorities, including calculating returns using the Bank's internal risk models.
• Coordinating with internal departments, such as Financial Markets, Capital Markets & Advisory, Transaction Services, Loan Distribution Group, and Sustainability, to ensure that clients have access to the full range of bank products and that returns are maximized.
• Collaborating with other Shipping Finance teams at the bank, including those in Amsterdam, Frankfurt, New York, and Singapore, to share best practices.
• Creating internal and external presentations, as well as supporting research material.

The Successful Applicant

• 3 to 5 years of experience in banking within a lending team.
• A collaborative and inclusive team player with proven ability to work across various business lines.
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic, capable of thriving in a deal-oriented, deadline-driven environment, and able to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Strong numerical skills, proficiency in Excel, an inquisitive mindset, and excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).
• A degree-level education with a solid understanding of accounting principles to interpret financial statements and create forward-looking financial projections, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow statements.
• Knowledge of the shipping industry and a strong interest in macroeconomics.
• CFA Level I or higher.

What's on Offer

Shipping Finance Associate - Established team/franchise that is continuing to grow. Friendly culture and excellent progression opportunities.