Vice President – Senior Fund Finance Analyst

Based in Luxembourg, as part of the Financial Institutions Group, Fund Finance (‘FF’) is responsible for the origination and execution of new lending transactions to European funds as well as the portfolio management of existing facilities. Our clients consist of unlisted private equity, debt, real estate, and infrastructure funds managed by leading financial sponsors and listed funds managed by large institutional asset management firms.

FF is a leading European funds finance team, operating from Luxembourg and London, which has experienced significant growth over the last five years. As a result, the Luxembourg team is now seeking to recruit a Vice President is a newly created role. This is an exciting opportunity within Fund Finance where the successful candidate will have primary responsibilities for origination, execution and portfolio management.

Core Tasks & Material Responsibilities

Structuring

Lead the origination and execution of fund finance transactions for subscription finance and portfolio leverage (NAV-based) fund finance transactionsIdentifying funds finance transaction opportunities and conducting general market researchAttending client meetings and industry events, and preparing marketing/research materialsWorking with ING’s coverage, financial markets and other lending teams to coordinate an effective approach to client interactionReviewing and analysing fund documentation, structures and investment portfolios to consider lending opportunitiesCompletion and negotiation of term sheets, RfPs and other pitching documents

Credit

Structuring portfolio leverage (NAV-based)  subscription finance lending transactionsPreparation of credit proposals for new and existing transactionsWorking with ING Risk to seek approval for transactions and to discuss new dealsReviewing and monitoring receipt of client reporting informationResponsibility for ensuring that limits and investor exposures are correctly booked in ING’s loan systems and reflected in other  FF records on closing of new transactionsAd-hoc tasks relating to internal audits and requests for information/analysis from Management

Execution

Reviewing, negotiating, and commenting on legal documentation for FF’s transactions, including loan agreements, intercreditor, ancillary documents and ISDAs/CSAsLiaising with both internal and external counsel to negotiate ING’s preferred policy and credit positions and obtaining appropriate legal sign-offs when requiredWorking with syndicate banks, both where ING is Agent or participantKeeping up to date with ING’s legal policy requirements and general market trends

We look for

A colleague with a talent for taking it on and making it happen, enthusiasm for helping others to be successful and a knack for always being a step ahead. In other words, you strive to bring fresh ideas to life and embrace challenges in a fast changing and complex environment. You are a naturally collaborative person who listens and invests in others to achieve common goals. You love to challenge the status quo and are eager to propose creative solutions to problems.

Qualification/Education

Fluent English and FrenchEducated to at least degree levelStrong credit skillsExcellent IT skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and WordExtensive transaction execution experience within an international financial institution

Experience/Knowledge

At least 4 years’ experience structuring funds finance transactions and a proven track record in executionRelationship management experience from a client-facing role in a funds finance teamExperience reviewing and commenting on loan documentation and term sheetsPersonable team player able to gain the confidence and trust of both colleagues and clients.Experience structuring and executing both subscription finance and portfolio leverage (NAV) transactionsKnowledge of FX hedging products for funds and experience with ISDAs and CSAs

Behaviour Competencies

Hard workingA commitment to high quality standards with a fine eye for detailAble to plan ahead and prioritise competing demands on timeAbility to work to deadlines with limited supervisionA high level of initiative and common senseAbility to communicate clearly, both on a verbal and written basisProblem solving skills

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