Structured Finance Analyst

Structured Finance Analyst (New York, NY)

Department: Oil Project and Structured Finance (OPSF)

Overview:

The Structured Finance Analyst will support Glencore's global oil trading activities by assisting the Oil & Gas Project and Structured Finance Department in executing complex transactions related to M&A and debt financing. This role will focus on opportunities in both North and South America and will involve collaboration with trading desks to identify and structure bankable transactions.

Key Responsibilities:

Market Analysis:

• Track market trends, pricing dynamics and regulatory developments for financing structures in the upstream, midstream, and downstream space.
• Conduct market monitoring and networking with corporates, investors, and advisors (including legal counsel).

Transaction Evaluation:

• Evaluate investment opportunities across the oil & gas value chain, with responsibility for cash flow modelling, scenario analysis, risk/return assessments, and due diligence support.
• Develop and maintain financial models for structured transactions, including acquisitions, commodity-linked financings, asset-backed securitizations, and project finance structures. 

Transaction Structuring and Execution:

• Support deal structuring and execution by preparing internal investment memos, presentations, and term sheets.
• Coordinate internal and external stakeholders, manage deal documentation, and facilitate negotiations.
• Collaborate with external legal advisers to assess risk profiles, legal structures, and enforcement mechanisms involved in transactions.
• Work alongside other team members to structure and syndicate transactions, ensuring they align with Glencore's marketing division strategy.

Transaction Monitoring:

• Collaborate with legal, operations, and risk teams to support ongoing monitoring of structured deals.
• Manage and update models, providing ongoing performance analysis.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Maintain and expand relationships with banks, investors, and other key stakeholders to widen the pool of participants in financing transactions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 2-5 years of experience in investment banking, structured finance, M&A, or asset management, with experience in energy and/or infrastructure a plus.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with a keen understanding of financial modeling and transaction structuring and a proven track record in building complex financial models.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively liaise with various stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Proficient in Excel, Powerpoint, and financial databases; VBA, Python or SQL is a plus.

Compensation:

• The expected base salary ranges from $120,000 -$140,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications and licenses obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.