Transaction Management Internship

Zenith Global S.P.A.; Varese; Ibrido; EUR 8900 - 13.000; Part-time

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Remote work up to 3 days/week

Dynamic, inclusive environment

Descrizione del lavoro

Zenith Global S.P.A., part of IQ-EQ, invites motivated graduates or undergraduates to join the Transaction Management Office as an intern in Italy. You will gain hands-on experience supporting securitisation transactions, liaising with internal teams and external counterparties, and assisting in risk/compliance and structuring activities.

The role offers hybrid work with remote options up to three days per week, exposure to AML/KYC processes, and opportunities to develop client relationship

Competenze

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Economics, Law, Political Science, or related field.
• Interest in AML regulations, compliance, and the financial services industry.
• Strong analytical skills and high attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Good command of English (B1 level or above).
• Previous experience in AML/KYC or related areas is a plus.

Mansioni

• Support the execution of new securitisation transactions with information gathering and cross‑department coordination.
• Serve as first point of contact for operational issues before transaction completion.
• Coordinate pre-closure activities with external counterparties.
• Monitor transaction documentation reviews by external counsel and internal Legal Department.
• Coordinate contract signing processes.
• Act as point of contact for technical issues before and during lifecycle, focusing on client relations.
• Assist with post‑closing amendments and unwinding activities.
• Participate in internal and external audit activities when required.
• Support Commercial team in business development and marketing.
• Assist Risk & Compliance with KYC processes.
• Support Structuring team in day-to-day activities.

Conoscenze

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Excel

Word

English (B1)

Formazione

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Economics/Law/Political Science

Descrizione del lavoro

Zenith Global, now part of IQ-EQ, a leading global investor services group, is a financial intermediary pursuant to Article 106 of the Italian Banking Act (TUB), specialised in structured finance transactions. Founded in 2000, Zenith Global manages more than 300 securitisation special purpose vehicles (SPVs) and approximately €50 billion in assets in its role as Master Servicer.

With more than 220 professionals across its Milan and Rome offices — with women representing over 63% of the workforce and 80% of management — in 2024 Zenith Global obtained the UNI/PdR 125:2022 Gender Equality Certification and was recognised as a Great Place to Work for two consecutive years, in 2024 and 2025. Since 2017, the company has maintained the highest "Strong" rating assigned by S&P Global Ratings.

A market leader in real estate securitisations with over 60% market share, Zenith Global has also continued to innovate by developing, as a proof of concept, the first securitisation transaction using blockchain technology. Zenith Global performs all roles and activities connected with a securitisation transaction, from the incorporation of special purpose vehicles (SPVs) and their administrative, accounting and corporate management, to cash and payment services, as well as Master Servicing, Back-up Servicing, credit portfolio management, regulatory activities and structuring services.

Zenith Global puts people at the centre, championing continuous development, diversity, inclusion and gender equality—core values of its corporate culture.

The Corporate Affairs, Client Service & Transaction Management team plays a key role within Zenith Global. To further strengthen our team, we are looking for talented recent graduates or undergraduate students who are eager to gain hands‑on experience through an initial Internship (curricular or extracurricular) within the Transaction Management Office.

This is an excellent opportunity for motivated individuals who are passionate, determined, and enthusiastic about developing their skills while providing cross‑functional support to the team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting the execution process of new securitisation transactions, including information gathering and coordination with the relevant internal departments;
• Acting as the first point of contact for operational issues arising prior to transaction completion;
• Liaising with external counterparties and coordinating all pre‑closing activities required for transaction execution;
• Monitoring the review of transaction documentation by external legal counsel and the internal Legal Department;
• Coordinating the contract signing process;
• Serving as the primary internal and external point of contact for technical issues arising before contract execution and, where necessary, throughout the lifecycle of the transaction, with a strong focus on client relationship management;
• Coordinating post-closing contractual amendments and transaction unwinding activities;
• Participating in internal and external audit activities, when required;
• Supporting the Commercial team in business development initiatives and marketing activities;
• Assisting the Risk & Compliance team with KYC-related processes and activities;
• Supporting the Structuring team in its day-to-day activities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Economics, Law, Political Science, or a related field;
• Interest in anti-money laundering (AML) regulations, compliance, and the financial services industry;
• Strong analytical skills and excellent attention to detail;
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word;
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills;
• Good command of English (B1 level or above);
• Previous experience (including internships) in AML/KYC or related areas will be considered an advantage.

What we offer:

• A role in a dynamic, growing and inclusive environment, with flexible working and the option to work remotely up to three days per week;
• The opportunity to take ownership of and independently manage key processes and projects within the Function;
• The opportunity to work closely with structured finance specialists and analyse securitisation transactions from the structuring phase onwards.