Associate - Project Finance

SGS Société Générale de Surveillance SA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Societe Generale is seeking an analyst to join the IDT Group in New York, supporting infrastructure and digital infrastructure financing, advisory, and debt arranging across the Americas.

You will assist with due diligence, financial modelling, lending mandates, and marketing materials, collaborating with sponsors and lenders, with opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic, global team.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in project finance, investment banking or related fields.
• Strong due diligence and financing modeling experience.
• Knowledge of corporate finance valuation and financial accounting concepts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Support lending and advisory mandates for infrastructure clients across the Americas.
• Assist with financial modelling for financing or advisory mandates, including PF models and sensitivities.
• Assist due diligence, data room screening, and drafting credit materials for approvals.
• Develop marketing materials and pitches to sponsors and lenders, promoting SG CIB.

Skills

Due diligence

Financial modeling

Project finance

MS Office

Series 7/79/63

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Responsibilities

Candidate will be a member of the IDT Group (Infrastructure, Digital and Telecom), a New York based team dedicated to infrastructure and digital infrastructure financing, advisory, and debt arranging in the following sectors, across all Americas:Transport (Roads, Bridges, Airports, Rail, Seaports, Car Park, EV charging)Social Infrastructure (University Energy Systems)Water and waste management Digital Infrastructure (Broadband/Fiber/Data Center, Digital Technology)TelecomMAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES Transaction execution and Due DiligenceProvide support in the execution of lending and advisory mandates for financial sponsors, infrastructure funds and corporate clients in the infrastructure, digital and telecommunication sectorAssist the deal team in financial modelling for financing or advisory mandates, from running sensitivities to developing PF models to supportUnderwriting or advisory mandatesAssist the deal team in all aspects of the financing, including due diligence process, internal profitability calculation, credit analysis and drafting of the credit application, credit approval processDue Diligence: Assist with due diligence, including the accurate screening and analysis of all publicly available, data room, and third-party information, filings and reportsAssist in the advisory or syndication process, including drafting of materials for lenders and ratings agencies and interacting with lenders and rating agenciesMarketingDevelop and maintain marketing materials promoting Societe Generale Corporate & Investment Banking (project finance and structured finance) and support the development and delivery of pitches to financial sponsors and corporate clients on specific transactionsAssist senior members of the team in creating marketing presentations to position the bank to identify and generate new revenue and cross-selling opportunities and secure new financing and/or advisory mandatesCompliance/Closing ProcessEnsure that all KYC, compliance procedures and checklists are adhered to and completedFor transaction closings, ensure that administrative instructions are properly communicated, documented and disseminated and funds flows are accurately completedTrainingAssist with the training and development of Analysts in becoming competent and productive deal team membersContribute to and promote a positive working environment; be an advocate of the bank and a positive role model

Profile required

3+ years of relevant work experience (in project finance, investment banking or related fields)Strong due diligence and financing modeling experiencePrevious experience in project finance would be appreciatedKnowledge of corporate finance valuation and financial accounting conceptsStrong interpersonal skills and ability to work well in teams Excellent written and verbal communication skillsDemonstrated work ethic, positive attitude, attention to detail, and ability to multi-taskProficiency in MS OfficeSeries 7/79 and Series 63 certifications and formal credit training a plus

Education

Bachelors degree from a top tier University

Why join us

Business insightSociete Generale is committed to offering an inclusive recruitment experience to all candidates. If you require any reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to let our Recruiters know.

OUR CULTURE:

At Societe Generale, we live by our 4 core values of commitment, responsibility, team spirit and innovation. We are engaged and demonstrate consideration for others. We act ethically and with courage. We focus our talent and energy on collective success. We experiment and propose new ideas. This way, we maximize our ability to serve client needs and anticipate market changes. Societe Generale is committed to strengthening bonds with colleagues, communities, and the world in which we live, because relationships are at the heart of how we operate. For more information about our Culture and Conduct initiatives, please visit this link (https://americas.societegenerale.com/en/careers/get-know-culture/)

DIVERSITY, INCLUSION & BELONGING ("DIB"):

Our DIB Mission: Recruit, develop, retain and advance a talented workforce that is united in our efforts to leverage our talent and further develop an inclusive environment that will enhance our competitive position and deliver innovative solutions to our clients. It seeks to foster an environment where employee differences are valued and where all employees feel engaged, supported, respected, and informed. For more information about our DIB initiatives, please visit this link:https://americas.societegenerale.com/en/careers/get-know-diversity/

COMPENSATION:

Base salary range does not include overtime pay, bonus and/or other benefits, where applicable. Actual base salary offer will vary based on skills and experience. The role is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and includes a competitive benefits package including 401(k) plan with company match, medical/dental/vision, and other benefits for fertility, wellness, student loans and commuters.