Overview
VP – Shipping Finance – Execution/Structuring
Execution/Structuring of Shipping Finance Transactions, as well as Financial modelling, Credit analysis and Due diligence.
Work alongside Origination team to assist with pitches, marketing materials and terms sheets.
Client Details
City of London based European Investment Bank
Description
VP – Shipping Finance – Execution/Structuring
This team is involved in every new lending transaction, working in conjunction with client relationship managers and Deal Principals. They take ownership of critical processes, including:
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Preparing and efficiently handling credit approval packages, including annexes and necessary attachments.
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Conducting financial modeling with sensitivity analysis and validation of key assumptions.
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Running internal models to assess risk ratings and loan pricing, and liaising with risk management to determine appropriate risk ratings and appetite.
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Coordinating with loan operations and limit owners.
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Overseeing deal closures, including final conditions precedent (CPs) and obtaining finalized loan documents.
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Creating marketing materials.
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Supporting deal principals in term sheet negotiations.
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Analyzing various transaction structures and offering recommendations.
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Preparing business comparables and assessing debt structures, performance metrics, and pricing.
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Participating in meetings and calls with clients, including transaction-related due diligence.
Specific Vice President Responsibilities
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Assisting sector bankers in originating new deals, including providing input for marketing materials, due diligence, and term sheets.
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Engaging legal counsel to draft loan documentation, reviewing documents, and supporting sector teams in client negotiations.
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Reviewing legal agreements to ensure they align with credit approval conditions and optimize risk balance.
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Preparing and analyzing due diligence reports and summaries.
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Supervising and drafting Greenlight memos, preparing presentations, and engaging with Risk Management.
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Ensuring all conditions precedent (CPs) are met and coordinating with Legal, Deal Execution, Treasury, and other departments for smooth transaction closure.
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Fostering a strong team environment through mentorship and coaching of junior colleagues.
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Leading the Execution Team and overseeing transactions from Greenlight approval through closure.
Profile
Financial Services
- Experience negotiating loan agreements.
- Collaborative and team-oriented mindset with the ability to work effectively across functions.
- Keen interest and prior experience in wholesale banking.
- Willingness to learn about new industries.
- Experience in both corporate and project finance loan origination and execution, with an understanding of debt capital markets.
- Commitment to continuous improvement and process enhancement.
- A global perspective and strategic thinking ability.
Job Offer
VP – Shipping Finance – Execution/Structuring
Leading European Corporate and Investment Bank
Very strong deal flow, with exposure to other sectors
