There is an opportunity for an Associate to join the recently established Energy, Climate Change and Infrastructure Team supporting a key growth area within this financial institution and the Irish economy.

Your next challenge

• Writing Credit Papers to gain sanction for new business for consideration by relevant Credit Authority as well as for annual review's and transaction amendments. 
• Managing an existing portfolio of credit exposures within the Credit Policy of the Bank.
• Financial Modelling of Project Finance Transactions 
• Review of due diligence reports and legal documentation associated with transactions
• Supporting the negotiation process with Project Sponsors to provide debt on terms satisfactory to the Bank and within Credit Policy. 
• Produce and maintain Management Information to ensure status of cases is tracked.
• Manage supports to ensure that all compliance and administration obligations are met.
• Building a network of contacts with key intermediaries in the sector – solicitors, corporate finance houses and due diligence providers

What you’ll need

• 3rd level qualification or equivalent in Accountancy, Economics, Finance, Engineering. 
• Excellent knowledge of excel (experience of stress testing, manipulating financial models is desirable)
• Previous experience in the financial industry, Credit analysis experience. Experience in negotiating large commercial contracts is desirable. 
• Knowledge of and a keen interest in the Renewable Energy Industry / Project Finance a distinct advantage
• Management of a portfolio of credit exposures and or bank customers.

What else should you demonstrate?

As part of the selection process, the successful applicant will be expected to demonstrate the competencies reflected below.

• Communication and influencing – genuine two-way communication to achieve consensus and progress
• Planning and priority setting – getting things done effectively and efficiently
• Results focus – achieving results resiliently
• Teamwork and collaboration – working together to deliver results
• Commercial Acumen - Having the knowledge, skill and ability to make the right decisions and judgements to ensure commercial success in the marketplace

For more information on this Energy Corporate Banking role, please contact Eoin Connolly on +353 1 685 4414.