Analyst / Associate, Structured Finance Group, Asia Pacific

Country: Singapore

This position is responsible for supporting the Structured Finance Group, GDF in Asia Pacific.

Primary activities of Structured Finance Group include fund finance, infrastructure/ project finance, real estate finance, asset finance, securitization and other structured financing solutions. Primary functions of Structured Finance Group include origination, execution, structuring, documentation, cash flow modelling/ financial analysis, negotiation and closing of structured finance transactions and ongoing management of the existing structured finance loan portfolio. Candidate will collaborate with other teams/ departments in origination/ relationship coverage, syndication/ distribution, management of middle-office, legal, market/credit-related functions/ risks.

Key Responsibilities

Collaborate with senior colleagues and internal stakeholders to promote and develop Santander’s Structured Finance Group, GDF franchise in the Asia Pacific region.Manage the preparation of internal credit papers and assist with coordination of due diligence, term sheet negotiation, documentation, and financial closing activities.Develop and operate complex financial models, ensuring they accurately reflect transaction terms and due diligence, running sensitivity analysis, and making adjustments as deals evolve.Structure and evaluate transactions through financial projections, scenario analysis, risk assessment and return analysis, including local tax, legal and regulatory matters.Instruct and supervise unit business manager in handling post-closing activities such as SPV management, cashflow, valuation and provisions for the loan portfolio.Assist with business origination activities and preparation of marketing materials.Support Santander’s global coverage by collaborating with stakeholders in Europe, United Kingdom, United States, and Latin America.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Accounting or Engineering preferred.2 to 5 years of relevant work experience in infrastructure/ project finance, corporate finance, M&A, financial advisory; prior financial modelling experience required.Proven track record of successful financial closings, including experience with international/ regional corporates, financial sponsors and government entities; established network of industry contacts is an advantage.Adept at handling multiple tasks, logical reasoning and strong quantitative/ analytical skills. Proven ability to deliver in a fast paced and result oriented environment.Strong interdisciplinary skills covering financing, tax, accounting, financial modelling, due diligence, and documentation.Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, including the ability to convey ideas and positions clearly.Demonstrated leadership and ability to establish collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and work within a multi-disciplined team setting, while retaining accountability for results.Fluency in English is a pre-requisite; candidates who are fluent and literate in Spanish and Portuguese will be advantageous as he/she will need to liaise with counterparts in The Americas.