Corporate Investment Banking Analyst - international Bank in DIFC - UAE Emiratisation program

Corporate Investment Banking Analyst - International Bank in DIFC - UAE Emiratisation Program

***UAE Emiratisation Program applicants only***

On behalf of our client, a European bank based in DIFC, we are looking for a candidate to join their office in DIFC and be part of their Emiratisation program with the Coverage and Investment Banking department that gathers the bank's sales force (Senior Bankers) and Investment Banking activities (M&A, Equity Capital Markets, etc.).

The bank maintains strong relationships with some of the region's most prominent clients, helping them execute their strategies and structure their operations across the MEA region and globally.

Key Responsibilities

1. Support the corporate coverage team in managing the day-to-day operations and client inquiries.
2. Assist in organizing client meetings and preparing briefing memos, product pitches, marketing materials, etc.
3. Assist in preparing Business Opportunity Memos for new deals.
4. Support the preparation of credit requests and coordinate with Credit delegators/Risk/Compliance for credit reviews and ad-hoc requests, ensuring that internal tools are up-to-date and accurate.
5. Handle, in coordination with Middle Office, KYC reviews and onboardings (identifying missing documents, liaising with the client, working on the KYC tool, and identifying financial security issues).
6. Communicate with Back Office and Middle Office regarding client matters.
7. Learn the process to ensure timely and accurate preparation of facility agreements in line with approved terms, coordinating with Credit Administration and Legal department as necessary.
8. Participate in client calls and meetings, preparing corresponding meeting call reports.
9. Assist in mapping clients' internal organization, identifying key decision-makers (CEO, CFO, CIO, etc.) and ensuring robust recording via internal tools.
10. Stay up-to-date on clients' activities and developments by tracking news, publications, and industry reports.
11. Contribute to various initiatives and projects in the Coverage Team as needed.

Communication

Key Internal Contacts

Coverage team members, credit delegators in Head Office, Business Lines.

Support functions: Risk, Compliance, Legal, Middle Office, Credit Administration.

Key External Contacts

Clients / Prospects.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

1. Preference for graduates with a background in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics, or Engineering.
2. Ability to read financial statements and perform credit analysis.
3. Strong quantitative, analytical, and computer skills including PowerPoint and Excel.
4. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
5. Ability to work under tight timelines and deliver quality results.
6. Team player with strong interpersonal skills.
7. Customer service-oriented.
8. Fluent in written and spoken English; Arabic is a plus.