Export Finance Analyst

SGS Société Générale de Surveillance SA; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated professional to support financing and advisory solutions in a dynamic environment. The role involves collaborating with diverse teams to execute financing solutions, manage client relationships, and contribute to innovative funding strategies. With a focus on sustainable development and energy transition, this position offers the opportunity to work closely with UK Export Finance and Development Financial Institutions. Join a collaborative team that values diversity and fosters growth, where your contributions will make a significant impact on the success of financing projects.

Qualifications

• Ability to generate clear, structured pitch materials.
• Proactive approach to business development.

Responsibilities

• Participate in origination and execution of financings supported by UKEF.
• Develop and maintain relationships with DSE UK clients and partners.
• Provide reports on activities, deals, and risks related to UKEF.

Skills

Understanding of the loan market

Relationship-building skills

Commercial acumen

Strong communication skills

Ability to manage risks

Job description

Responsibilities

About the team:

Development & Structured Export Finance (DSE) is responsible for financing and advisory solutions to importers and exporters, focusing on exports, sustainable development, and energy transition. This includes advisory, structuring, and financing for sovereigns, corporates, financial institutions, and development banks. DSE also manages activities related to Export Credit Agencies and Public Institutions, working alongside other GLBA business lines for project and asset-based financing.

The DSE London mission includes:

• Origination and execution of financing solutions mainly supported by UK Export Finance (“UKEF”), private insurers (“PRI”), and Development Financial Institutions (DFIs) like UKIB, for overseas buyers/borrowers and UK exporters;
• Execution of advisory and project finance mandates involving ECAs and other GLBA business lines under the Project Export Solution (“PES”);
• Managing relationships with UK-based clients, including origination and execution of ECA/PRI covered financing in collaboration with other DSE teams.

Summary of Key Purposes of the Role:

• Support senior team members in originating and executing financing mainly supported by UKEF and UKDFIs for overseas borrowers and UK exporters;
• Support execution of advisory mandates and project finance deals involving ECAs and private insurance;
• Assist in maintaining and developing relationships with UKEF, UKIB, and DSE UK clients;
• Contribute to regular reporting and management information updates.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in origination and execution of financings supported by UKEF and UKDFIs, coordinating with relevant bank departments;
• Utilize the GLBA Financing Platform for simulations and prepare necessary documentation such as KYC memos and credit applications;
• Contribute to the annual budget for DSE UK;
• Develop and maintain relationships with DSE UK clients and partners;
• Coordinate with the Head of DSE UK and senior team members on commercial coverage and client relationships;
• Monitor UKEF and UKIB strategies and communicate updates within DSE;
• Provide reports on activities, deals, and risks related to UKEF and UKIB financings;
• Assist in managing risks, operational, or administrative matters related to UKEF and UKIB;
• Support the development of new funding solutions aligned with DSE’s mission.

Profile Required

Technical:

• Understanding of the loan market, instruments, credit, and derivatives;
• Ability to generate clear, structured pitch materials;
• Capacity to manage conduct, reputational, financial, credit, and legal risks responsibly.

Behavioral:

• Client orientation with relationship-building skills;
• Commercial acumen and persistence;
• Proactive approach to business development;
• Teamwork with diverse, international colleagues;
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines;
• Strong communication skills, including relevant language skills.

Why Join Us

We offer visibility, exposure, and a collaborative environment that fosters innovation and success, emphasizing community, respect, and shared growth.

Business Insight

If you meet the requirements, please apply through the SG Resourcing Team. We value diversity and are committed to equal opportunity employment.