Senior Treasury Executive / Treasury Executive (Ship Finance)

Treasury Centre; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Singapore is looking for a dedicated professional to assist in project and corporate financing of vessels. The role involves drafting financing proposals, reviewing legal contracts, and supporting treasury activities. Candidates should possess a diploma or degree in finance or related fields and have 1 to 3 years of relevant experience, with proficiency in Excel being essential. The ideal candidate is a team player with strong attention to detail and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of relevant experience in ship finance or asset-backed financing.
• Experience in corporate banking or loan documentation in a bank.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret legal contracts.

Responsibilities

• Assist in crafting financing proposals and negotiating contracts.
• Prepare presentations for decision-making and approvals.
• Execute hedging strategies to manage financial risks.

Skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Ability to review legal contracts

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Inquisitive self-starter

Education

Diploma or Degree in Finance / Accounting / Business / Economics / Maritime Business / International Trade

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Bloomberg Terminal

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Assist senior team members in the entire end-to-end process for project and corporate financing of vessels, including drafting Request for Financing (RfP) proposals & negotiating term sheets; collating and preparing due diligence information requested by potential lender(s); reviewing various legal contracts such as shipbuilding contracts, charter contracts & loan facility documents; and collating conditions precedent & conditions subsequent.
• Prepare presentations to support internal decision making, and papers for senior management and Board approvals.
• Assist in the execution of hedging strategies to mitigate interest rate and foreign exchange risks.
• Support affiliate companies in covenant tracking and monitoring of various secured credit facilities.
• Stay current on ship financing related activities and shipping industry trends.
• Ad hoc support for other treasury related activities (including participating in M&A due diligence process and evaluation of investment opportunities) as required from time to time.

Qualification / Experience

• Diploma or Degree in Finance / Accounting / Business / Economics / Maritime Business / International Trade or equivalent.
• 1 to 3 years of relevant experience in any one of the following areas: (1) ship finance or other asset-backed financing; (2) corporate banking, loan portfolio management, loan agency, or loan documentation-related function in a bank; (3) corporate finance or tax advisory experience in an audit firm; (4) treasury/corporate finance function in a shipping/aviation/real estate/ logistics/energy commodities company, or Japanese companies; or (5) M&A experience in the area of financial due diligence.
• Career switchers and career returners with relevant experience are encouraged to apply.
• Demonstrated ability to review and interpret legal contracts will be favourably considered.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite especially Excel.
• Familiarity with the use of Bloomberg Terminal is an added advantage.

Desired Attributes

• Team player: Collaborates well with internal and external stakeholders at all levels to achieve financing objectives and improve internal processes.
• Attention to detail: Meticulous and performs reliably even in time-sensitive situations.
• Thrive in Fast-Paced Work Environment: Adept at juggling multiple competing priorities across different financing projects simultaneously, ensuring timely and accurate completion within tight deadlines.
• Inquisitive Self-starter: Growth mindset with an eagerness to learn more about the shipping industry.