Associate - Project Finance

Societe Generale; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Societe Generale's New York team focuses on infrastructure and digital infrastructure financing, advisory and debt arranging across the Americas. The role supports execution of lending and advisory mandates for sponsors and clients in transport, social infrastructure, water, digital and telecom sectors.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years of project finance experience, strong modeling and due diligence skills, and a solid understanding of corporate finance valuation and accounting.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant work experience in project finance, investment banking or related fields.
• Strong due diligence and financing modeling experience.
• Prior project finance experience is advantageous.
• Knowledge of corporate finance valuation and financial accounting concepts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to work in teams.
• Demonstrated work ethic, attention to detail and ability to multi-task.
• Proficiency in MS Office; Series 7/79 and Series 63 certifications and formal credit training are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide support in the execution of lending and advisory mandates for financial sponsors and clients.
• Assist the deal team in financial modelling, including running sensitivities and PF models.
• Assist with all aspects of financing, due diligence, credit analysis and credit approvals.
• Draft materials for lenders and ratings agencies and interact with lenders.
• Develop marketing materials and pitches for sponsors and clients on transactions.
• Ensure KYC/compliance and proper closing procedures; train junior analysts.

Skills

Due diligence

Financial modeling

Team collaboration

Communication

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Interpersonal skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree from a top-tier University

Tools

MS Office

Series 7/79 and 63

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)
• Telecom

Main Accountabilities

Transaction execution and Due Diligence

• Provide support in the execution of lending and advisory mandates for financial sponsors, infrastructure funds and corporate clients in the infrastructure, digital and telecommunication sector
• Assist the deal team in financial modelling for financing or advisory mandates, from running sensitivities to developing PF models to support

Underwriting or advisory mandates

• Assist 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 process
• Due Diligence: Assist with due diligence, including the accurate screening and analysis of all publicly available, data room, and third-party information, filings and reports
• Assist in the advisory or syndication process, including drafting of materials for lenders and ratings agencies and interacting with lenders and rating agencies

Marketing

• Develop 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 transactions
• Assist 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 mandates

Compliance/Closing Process

• Ensure that all KYC, compliance procedures and checklists are adhered to and completed
• For transaction closings, ensure that administrative instructions are properly communicated, documented and disseminated and funds flows are accurately completed

Training

• Assist with the training and development of Analysts in becoming competent and productive deal team members
• Contribute to and promote a positive working environment; be an advocate of the bank and a positive role model

Required

Profile required

• 3+ years of relevant work experience (in project finance, investment banking or related fields)
• Strong due diligence and financing modeling experience
• Previous experience in project finance would be appreciated
• Knowledge of corporate finance valuation and financial accounting concepts
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well in teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated work ethic, positive attitude, attention to detail, and ability to multi-task
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Series 7/79 and Series 63 certifications and formal credit training a plus

EDUCATION

• Bachelors degree from a top tier University

Business insight

Societe 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.