Project Finance Senior Analyst/Junior Associate – M/W

Responsibilities

Based on a diversified universal banking model, the Société Générale operates in Italy through different companies belonging to its three main core businesses: Retail Banking in France, International retail banking, financial services and insurance, and Corporate and investment banking, private banking, asset management, and securities services.

As a key pillar of the Société Générale Group’s universal banking model, SG CIB supports the economy by playing a key intermediary role, offering broad market access to issuers and smart investment solutions to investors. The service we bring to our corporate and financial institutions clients revolves around three main activities - investment banking, financing, and markets - and our global franchises of equity derivatives and natural resources. For our clients, we stand out because we are a trusted advisor with worldwide leading engineering expertise and a quality product suite.

Mission:

We are looking for a new Project Finance Senior Analyst / Junior Associate to join the Italian Project Finance team in Milan, focusing on advisory and arrangement of non-recourse transactions in the Infrastructure and Energy space. You will support the team in originating and executing advisory and financing transactions, aiming to quickly increase your degree of autonomy. The business flow will expose you to a wide variety of projects and allow you to grow in a highly dynamic and motivating environment.

Desired start date: As soon as possible

Tasks and responsibilities:

1. Support the team through all steps of the origination and marketing phases (preparation of marketing materials, credentials, pitches, indicative term sheets)
2. Financial modeling: build and analyze cash flow models and run sensitivities
3. Review due diligence materials (market, technical, insurance, legal, tax) and interact with relevant advisors in Q&A sessions
4. Support in the structuring of the transaction: review of the key features of the term sheet and financial documents
5. Be involved in all aspects of the credit process, including preparation of credit applications, internal rating, and profitability tools
6. Support the portfolio management activities (waiver, amendments, annual reviews)
7. General support as required within Project Finance, including support to the administrative functions (liaising with DIR / COO team, Middle office)
8. Track and monitor the business unit’s results
9. New client onboarding and periodic KYC checks

Profile required

Studies & experience:

Master of Science or Bac+5 in a related field, such as Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics

At least 2-3 years of experience in project finance, investment banking, infrastructure, private equity funds, large corporates, auditing firms, or advisory boutiques, with proven financial modeling skills

Language skills:

Fluency in Italian and English

Technical, operational & Soft skills:

• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office package (advanced knowledge of Excel & PowerPoint is mandatory)
• Reliable and proactive self-starter
• Results and client-oriented
• Responsible and committed
• Very good attention to detail
• Highly motivated and eager to learn
• Confident and self-disciplined personality
• Team Spirit

Why join us

Société Générale Italy is a multi-category bank offering every employee the possibility to have several careers in a professional career path. Internal mobility and training are two core areas we focus on, in a dynamic, prosperous, and evolving context.

You will work in a team which is highly regarded both within the organization and in the Italian market, having arranged a series of first-class transactions both in the renewable and infrastructure sectors. You will also benefit from a sustained workflow and a friendly team spirit which creates a perfect atmosphere for an individual who is willing to learn and grow.

Business insight

At Société Générale, we are convinced that people are drivers of change, and that the world of tomorrow will be shaped by all their initiatives, from the smallest to the most ambitious.

If you too want to be directly involved, grow in a stimulating and caring environment, feel useful on a daily basis, and develop or strengthen your expertise, you will feel right at home with us!

Still hesitating?

You should know that our employees can dedicate several days per year to solidarity actions during their working hours, including sponsoring people struggling with their orientation or professional integration, participating in the financial education of young apprentices, and sharing their skills with charities. There are many ways to get involved.