Project Finance Analyst and Front Office KYC Support

Michael Page; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in London is seeking a Project Finance Analyst and Front Office KYC Support. This role involves overseeing transactions, providing KYC support, and working closely with senior bankers. The ideal candidate should hold a Bachelor's degree, possess strong numerical skills, and show a commitment to teamwork and attention to detail. The position offers growth opportunities and a competitive salary.

Benefits

Competitive annual salary

Permanent position

Professional and supportive company culture

Opportunities to enhance skills

Qualifications

• Open to entry-level experience candidates or minimal post-graduate experience.
• Strong commitment to work within a team.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a portfolio of transactions and liaise with internal departments.
• Support senior originators and deal teams in executing transactions.
• Provide KYC support including checks and analyses.
• Engage with external parties on KYC topics.

Skills

Numerical skills

Information extraction from complex texts

Proactiveness

Attention to detail

Ability to manage workload

German language skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or related field

Job description

Overview

The role of Project Finance Analyst and Front Office KYC Support involves supporting senior bankers with Origination/Execution/Structuring, Credit Analysis and Portfolio Management, alongside assisting with Know Your Customer (KYC) related matters/processes.

Client Details

City of London based European Corporate Bank

Description

• Oversee a portfolio of transactions spanning multiple sectors and regions, working closely with the credit risk team as well as other internal departments. Liaise with external stakeholders, including facility agents and clients.
• Support senior originators and deal teams in executing new transactions, including (i) profitability calculations, (ii) assistance with due diligence, and (iii) preparation of credit applications.
• Provide support to originators and portfolio managers on KYC matters, such as (i) advising on required documentation in line with internal policies, (ii) conducting checks and analyses (e.g., PEP screening, adverse media, reputational risk), and (iii) coordinating the internal client onboarding process.
• Engage with external parties on KYC topics, including financial advisors, facility agents, and clients.

Profile

• A successful Project Finance Analyst and Front Office KYC Support should have:
• A strong educational background, with a bachelors degree in finance, economics, or a related field.
• Open to entry level experience candidates, or minimal post grad experience.
• Strong numerical skills (Essential)
• Ability to extract information from complex texts
• German language skills would be advantageous but not essential
• Proactiveness
• Commitment and strong attention to detail
• An ability to manage own workload and work to tight deadlines
• An ability to take ownership and responsibility
• A desire to work in a successful team within a small office environment

Job Offer

• A competitive annual salary.
• Permanent position with growth opportunities within the financial services sector.
• A professional and supportive company culture in a London-based office.
• Opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career in banking and financial services.
• If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Project Finance Analyst and Front Office KYC Support, apply now to join this exciting opportunity in London