Trainee Natural Resources, Utilities & Infrastructure Advisory (m/f/d) - UniCredit Graduate Program

HypoVereinsbank is part of UniCredit, a pan-European Commercial Bank. Our purpose is to empower communities to progress by delivering the best-in-class for our corporate and retail clients worldwide, unlocking their potential and that of our employees. Digitalisation and our commitment to the ESG principles - sustainability & social justice - are key enablers for our actions. They guide us in accompanying and empowering our stakeholders. Through our sustainability strategy, our products, as well as through social impact banking, we contribute to a future worth living. Our success is based on the diversity and uniqueness of our employees. That is why we respect and promote equal opportunities in all dimensions of diversity, equity and inclusion: ranging from age and gender to nationality and religion. We do not think in hierarchies, but create an environment in which every opinion is valued. This is one of the reasons why we are being recognised and certified a European Top Employer. Join our team - Be true to yourself and grow with us.

The "UniCredit Graduate Program" is how you kickstart your career through a stimulating and exciting journey in one of Europe's leading financial institutions.

Our 12-months rotation-based graduate program offers the opportunity to work in a forward-thinking, international, and supportive environment where you can learn, grow, and thrive while making an impact and empowering communities to progress. The UniCredit Graduate Program Client Solutions, in particular, is a development journey offering a unique onboarding path into our best-in-class products & services platform, to kick start an international career at UniCredit.

Our investment banking division Client Solutions serves all our regions and is comprised of three excellent product factories: Corporate Solutions delivers tailored solutions in advisory, financing, risk management, trade and working capital for our corporate clients; Individual Solutions ensures a rich offering of investment and protection products for individuals; whilst Group Payments Solutions supports corporates, financial institutions, and individual customers in all their payments and liquidity management needs.

The Natural Resources, Utilities & Infrastructure Advisory is part of Sectors Germany, a product unit at the core of UniCredit's Advisory & Financing Solutions business within Client Solutions. Overall, Sectors is responsible for guidance and coordination of all advisory services providing insights of complex industrial sectors. Within Advisory & Financing Solutions, Sectors follows an integrated industry and M&A execution approach with in-depth knowledge of TMT, Industrials, Consumer, Healthcare & Retail as well as Natural Resources, Utilities & Infrastructure sectors.

Das erwartet Dich bei uns

During your journey in your UniCredit Graduate Program Client Solutions, you will be able to explore your potential through on-the-job experience and an international job rotation across Client Solutions. If you are a graduate with an international mindset, leadership potential and the ability to thrive under pressure, unlock your fullest potential and join us!

Tasks and responsibilities as a Trainee in the Natural Resources, Utilities & Infrastructure Advisory team include:

• Production & preparation of high-quality analysis and presentation material across market segments, regions within the Natural Resources, Utilities & Infrastructure sector including in-depth market, company and transaction analyses
• Supporting the development and origination of "made to measure" solutions within the scope of sector advisory presentations based on specific client requirements
• Work in conjunction with various product groups within Advisory & Financing solutions to respond to client needs. Coordination & integration of "tailor-made" input and selected participation in client pitch meetings
• Supporting the execution and coordination of M&A buy-side, sell-side, equity raising transactions along each single process step
• Execution of detailed financial models on diverse takeover, financing and company situations
• "Apply creativity & set new standards" - continuous refining of presentation, modeling and analytical standards

Das bringst Du mit

You will fit in perfectly with us and our culture if you identify with the values of Integrity, Ownership and Caring paired with the Power Skills of an Agile Collaborator, a Passionate Explorer, and a Proactive Entrepreneur.

You also match with the following requirements:

• You are in the final stages of your master's degree in business administration, finance or economics with good/very good academic results (MBA, CFA is a plus), or have completed your studies within the last 2 years.
• Preferably prior experience in investment banking and/or consulting, ideally in M&A or alternatively in ECM / Structured / Leveraged / Project Finance
• Strong analytical, financial modeling, corporate finance & accounting skills
• Ability to adapt quickly to a variety of sub-sectors and businesses
• Knowledge of Refinitiv / Bloomberg / S&P CapitalIQ / FactSet / Mergermarket / et al.
• Excellent MS Office skills (esp. Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Special knowledge and reliability according to § 87 (2) WpHG (2. FiMANoG) and § 1a and § 6 WpHGMaAnzV
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment and deliver on-time & on-quality
• Confident and assertive conduct vis-à-vis clients & partners
• Willing to accept and master new challenges regularly
• Hard-working and motivated to "make a difference"
• Team player with positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Fluent English skills plus preferably very good German skills

Das bieten wir Dir

• #EnjoyNetworking - In your position, you will establish contacts in all areas and divisions of the bank - also international. In addition to your day-to-day job, numerous local and global events, regular get-togethers, and exciting events with the management await you.
• #UnlockYourPotential - With us, you design your training independently and individually: With comprehensive qualification measures, strategic and future-oriented development programs, or individual mentoring, we give your career a perspective. In addition, up to 3h/month of your working time belong to your personal development - whether design thinking, storytelling, mindfulness, or time management, you decide!
• #ThinkEuropean - We are not only one of the largest financial institutions in Germany, but as part of UniCredit we are also internationally active and successful. With us, you can expect a pan-European company with regional ties as well as stimulating career opportunities in the world's most exciting cities.
• #MakeInnovationHappen - FinTechs, Big Data, Bitcoins: Banking is evolving rapidly. Actively shape the digital transformation of one of the most change-driven industries by contributing your fresh perspective and innovative ideas.
• #ComeAsYouAre - We are committed to a fair and inclusive working environment. That is why we have signed the "Charta der Vielfalt", are part of the Valuable 500 and support people with disabilities in the workplace. The UniCorns represent our LGBTQI+ colleagues, while through our Gender Diversity Program we ensure equal opportunities for everyone. Inclusion is a responsibility we recognize and embrace.
• #DesignYourWorkingLife - Digitization and flexibility shape our modern working world. Design your work routine the way it suits you best: Whether it's in the office, remote within Germany, or abroad from another EU country. Looking to travel for longer? Take a sabbatical and explore the possibilities of New Work with us.
• #DontStopMoving - Enjoy the flexibility of Wellhub: You will have access to over 2,900 fitness, leisure, and wellness facilities across Germany and to 53,000 partner facilities worldwide. For us, movement is not just about health, but also sustainability. For this reason, we offer you a discounted rate on leasing a JobRad and provide you with the Deutschlandticket for 29€ instead of 49€ per month. This way, we support your active lifestyle and promote environmentally friendly and affordable mobility.