Investment Banking Associate - TMT Finance & Advisory

Reference 24000U6E

Responsibilities

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

Candidate will be a member of the TMT Group, which originates, structures, and executes syndicated loan transactions for non-investment grade middle-market companies across a variety of industries to support leveraged buyouts, acquisition financings, refinancings, construction loans, and restructurings.

Societe Generale Corporate & Investment Bank (SGCIB) is a leading player with a presence in 33 countries across Europe, the Americas and Asia-Pacific. SGCIB tailors' solutions for issuers and investors by capitalizing on its worldwide expertise in investment banking, global finance, and global markets. SGCIB is part of Societe Generale, one of the largest financial services groups in the world with 160,000 employees across 77 countries. Based on a diversified universal banking model, the Group combines financial solidity with a strategy of sustainable growth and aims to be the relationship bank of choice that is recognized for the quality and the commitment of its teams.

Main Accountabilities

Transaction execution and Due Diligence

• Provide support in execution of structured finance and leveraged finance transactions for financial sponsors, infrastructure funds and corporate clients
• Execute under the supervision of an MD, Director or Vice President all aspects of a financing, including financial modeling (for both project finance and LBO), due diligence process, credit analysis, credit approval process, drafting of financing proposals
• Credit Analysis. Assist in the production of credit papers and presentations.
• Syndication: Assist in the syndication process, including drafting of syndication materials for investors and ratings agencies and interacting with investors
• Due Diligence: Assist with due diligence, including the accurate screening and analysis of all publicly-available, dataroom, and third-party information, filings and reports.

Portfolio monitoring

• Assist in the monitoring of portfolio companies post-closing in cooperation with the middle-office department
• Work with the senior bankers to manage the relationship and monitor performance of portfolio companies

Marketing

• Develop and maintain marketing materials promoting Societe Generale Corporate & Investment Banking (lev fin, project finance and structured finance) and support the development and delivery of pitches to financial sponsors and corporate clients on specific transactions Pitching
• Assist the senior bankers in creating marketing presentations to position the bank to identify and generate new revenue and cross-selling opportunities and secure new financing mandates.

Compliance/Closing Process:

• Ensure that all KYC, compliance procedures, checklists and funding grids are adhered to and completed.
• For transaction closings, ensure that administrative instructions are properly communicated, documented and disseminated and funds flows are accurately completed.

Training:

• Assist with the training and development of Analysts in becoming competent and productive deal team members;
• Contribute to and promote a positive working environment; be an advocate of the bank and a positive role model.

Profile Required

• 2 years of relevant work experience (in project finance, leveraged finance, investment banking or related fields)
• Very strong due diligence and financing modeling experience, especially in Project Finance and LBO
• Experience with three-statement financial modeling, including detailed operating builds and capital structure scenarios
• Knowledge of corporate finance valuation and financial accounting concepts
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well in teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated work ethic, positive attitude, attention to detail, and ability to multi-task
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word
• Series 7/79 and Series 63 certifications and formal credit training a plus

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's degree from a top tier University

LANGUAGES

Required:

• English

Desired:

• French, Spanish, and/or Portuguese

Business insight

Societe Generale is committed to offering an inclusive recruitment experience to all candidates. If you require any reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to let our Recruiters know.

OUR CULTURE:

At Societe Generale, we live by our 4 core values of commitment, responsibility, team spirit and innovation. We are engaged and demonstrate consideration for others. We act ethically and with courage. We focus our talent and energy on collective success. We experiment and propose new ideas. This way, we maximize our ability to serve client needs and anticipate market changes. Societe Generale is committed to strengthening bonds with colleagues, communities, and the world in which we live, because relationships are at the heart of how we operate.

For more information about our Culture and Conduct initiatives, please visit this link (https://americas.societegenerale.com/en/careers/get-know-culture/)

D&I:

Our Diversity & Inclusion Mission: Recruit, develop, advance, and retain a diverse workforce that is united in our efforts to enhance our competitive position and deliver innovative solutions to our clients.

Our Diversity & Inclusion Vision:

• Engaged workforce that is demographically diverse in a way that reflects the communities in which we operate
• Inclusive culture and workplace that recognizes employees' unique needs and utilizes their diverse talents
• Engage our community and marketplace, and position the organization to meet the needs of all its clients

For more information about our D&I initiatives, please visit this link (https://americas.societegenerale.com/en/societe-generale-about/diversity-and-inclusion/)

HYBRID WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Societe Generale offers a hybrid work arrangement that offers employees the flexibility to work remotely, as well as on-site, in order to promote interaction and collaboration with colleagues while adhering to all SG standard protocols. Hybrid work arrangements vary based on business area. The applicable business lines will determine and communicate the work arrangements that best meet their business needs.

COMPENSATION:

Base salary range does not include overtime pay, bonus and/or other benefits, where applicable. Actual base salary offer will vary based on skills and experience. The role is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and includes a competitive benefits package including 401(k) plan with company match, medical/dental/vision, and other benefits for fertility, wellness, student loans and commuters.

Diversity and Inclusion

Societe Generale is an equal opportunity employer, and we are proud to make diversity a strength for our company. We are committed to recognizing and promoting the talents and achievements of our employees and staff, regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation, and any other characteristic or status protected under applicable law.