Transaction Manager

Zenith Global S.P.A.; Lazio; In loco; EUR 60.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Zenith Global, part of IQ-EQ, is seeking a Transaction Manager to join the Transaction Management Office in Italy. The role focuses on supporting securitisation transactions from mandate receipt through to issuance, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, and ensuring smooth execution, post-closing amendments, and audit readiness.

The candidate will require a degree in Law/Economics/Finance, solid financial services experience, and excellent English.

Competenze

• Degree in Law, Economics, Finance or related field.
• Experience in Financial Services or securitisation is a plus.
• Strong written and spoken English.

Mansioni

• Support the execution process for new securitisation transactions and gather information.
• Act as front office contact for issues before completion and liaise with external counterparties.
• Coordinate the contract signing process and monitor contract review by lawyers and internal teams.
• Manage post-closing amendments and unwinding of transactions, and participate in audits.
• Provide client management and coordinate cross-departmental activities throughout the lifecycle of the deal.

Conoscenze

Project management

Client relationship

English proficiency

Autonomy

Team collaboration

Formazione

Master's degree in Law or Economics

Finance-related field

Strumenti

Microsoft Office

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 Structuring & Transaction Management Department plays a key role within Zenith Global, managing and coordinating securitization transactions from receipt of the mandate through to the issuance of the transaction's securities.

In order to further strengthen the team, we are looking for a Transaction Manager who, within the Transaction Management Office, will focus primarily on the following activities:

Main responsibilities: supporting the execution process for new securitization transactions, including information gathering and coordination with the departments involved; acting as front office contact for any issues arising before completion; liaising with external counterparties and managing the execution of preparatory activities for the transaction; monitoring the review of contracts by external lawyers and the internal legal department; coordinating the contract signing process; acting as the main internal and external point of reference for all technical issues that may arise before contract signing and, where necessary, during the life of the transaction, carrying out client management activities; coordinating any post-closing contractual amendments and unwinding transactions; participating in any audit activities.

Who we are looking for: We would like to meet candidates who hold a degree or Master's degree in Law, Economics, Finance or a related field; solid professional experience in Financial Services and/or in the securitisation sector will be considered a significant advantage, preferably in Project Manager or Client Service Manager/Relationship Manager roles; excellent written and spoken English; good knowledge of Microsoft Office. The ideal candidate will also demonstrate: proactivity and dynamism; autonomy; a strong team-working attitude; a strong sense of responsibility; excellent interpersonal skills.

What we offer: a professional experience in a dynamic, young and fast-growing environment; the opportunity to learn and consolidate specific technical skills; the opportunity to interact with senior stakeholders at both national and international level. xpavfwm the opportunity to grow within a solid, fast-growing organisation with an international outlook.