Analyst

Department: Global Capital Markets, Loan Agency Team

Location: Dublin

Vacancy Type: Permanent 

 

The Position

The Analyst reports to the Agency Services Manager, Global Capital Markets. This is a dynamic team of professionals engaged in the delivery of cash management and Loan Agency services for an existing portfolio of client companies whose underlying assets include Loan Portfolios (Real Estate and auto), RMBS, CMBS, CDO, ABS, and trade receivables originated from large international financial institutions. 

 

This portfolio is growing in size and complexity and an experienced and enthusiastic individual is required to support this growth and adequately manage the day-to-day administration of the transactional requirements of these companies.

 

The Analyst will have responsibility for the administration of the transaction, Loan Administration and cash management activities associated with the management of client companies and Facilities, the majority of which are SPVs. 

 

The Analyst will be required to work closely with a number of service providers including investment banks, audit firms, private equity firms and international law firms. This is an ideal environment for a motivated individual to learn and develop their career. 

 

Key Responsibilities

IPD and Waterfall Calculations- developing and maintaining waterfall/IPD reporting through lifecycle of transaction.  Validation and confirmation of a range of treasury related products including bond/Note coupons, loan rollovers, money market deposits, IPDs, etc. Input and authorisation of approved trade settlements, invoices and other payments. Settlement of the confirmed trades referred to above within market deadlines.  Managing and monitoring cash positions of a large volume of bank accounts across multiple jurisdictions and on multiple platforms. Distribution of Agency and other client related Reports. Assisting in the provision of client due diligence and anti-money laundering requirements both when onboarding new clients/transactions and adhoc.  Liaise with other in-house departments and external clients to ensure accurate and timely settlement of all transactions.  First phase reconciliation of daily bank statements and follow up with counterparties on unreconciled items and outstanding confirmations. Actively contributing to process improvements within the team & to a positive office environment.  Participating in any other projects as reasonably required by the business. 

Skills & Competencies

Ideally 1 or 2 years Banking/Financial Services/Stockbroking Experience.  Knowledge of financial markets and products is essential, as is experience in the use of SWIFT and other payments systems for confirming and settling these products. Knowledge of Loan and Facility Agreements and understanding of roles involved in Bilateral, Syndicated Loans.  Experience using WSO or other similar Loan Administration platform preferred but not essential. Some general banking skills are essential, as is the ability to recognise key issues in relation to our clients’ activities Numeracy, accuracy and attention to detail are also an essential requirement. Proficiency in using MS Office suite of applications, with an understanding of modern banking applications is a requirement. The successful candidate should have strong communications and organisational skills, along with an ability to think on their feet and to work in a resourceful manner. They should be capable of working on their own initiative but also work well in a team & be comfortable delegating to and managing workflow of colleagues as required. An enthusiastic, helpful nature and a flexible attitude will contribute to the success of the candidate.