Analyst, Originations

Eliant Trade Finance seeks a dynamic Analyst to join a high growth global trade finance platform backed by world-renowned asset manager, Apollo Global Management. The role will collaborate with senior leadership to support the deal process from origination to structuring and execution of transactions. As part of a tight-knit, well positioned working capital financing business, the role requires a team-oriented self-starter, who is polished, efficient and able to communicate at all levels (internally, externally and with third party service providers).

Primary Responsibilities

• Work alongside senior leadership to support asset origination and revenue generation efforts, anticipating the needs of the team throughout the deal cycle
• Understand the characteristics of Eliant’s product offerings (from the perspective of the client, client’s counterparties, Eliant, and Eliant’s stakeholders) to facilitate the development of tailored working capital solutions
• Prepare transaction presentations including structuring elements and key considerations
• Effectively communicate information through slide decks and other forms of written communication that excite clients and exceed their expectations
• Analyze credits, prepare internal memos and build financial models
• Prepare deal term sheets and assist in deal documentation
• Work on monthly and quarterly updates for Board and internal teams
• Assist in proactive targeting and outreach to new opportunities
• Collaborate with other members of the team across credit, risk, operations, finance, legal, and technology

Qualification and Experience (Academic, Professional, Relevant Job Knowledge)

• Bachelor’s degree with an excellent academic record
• 1-3 years of experience in banking, strategy and/or financial planning and analysis at one or more of the following types of firms: investment bank, corporate bank, investment management, credit research, fintech
• Understanding or background with capital markets, financial services, credit products and technology
• Desire to work in a small financial services startup environment and embrace new challenges and constant learning
• Strong project management and follow-through skills, ability to manage multiple projects
• Strong writing and presentation skills with high attention to detail
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; experience with CRM systems/processes a plus
• Facility with the fundamentals of finance, accounting, financial statement analysis and credit
• Strong team player with an entrepreneurial predisposition and excellent interpersonal skills
• Self-starter with a strong work ethic and genuine willingness and desire to learn