Associate Director, Project & Sustainable Finance

First Abu Dhabi Bank · Abu Dhabi

JOB SUMMARY / INTRODUCTION

The Associate Director, Project & Sustainable Finance is an integral part of the Asset & Project Finance (APF) team, working closely with senior team members to support the origination and execution of Asset & Project Finance transactions across the CIB and FIG client base, contributing to revenue generation for Global Corporate Finance. The role involves developing an understanding of airlines, lessors, project developers, banks, Export Credit Agencies (ECAs), and other aviation and project finance participants to identify asset financing opportunities aligned with FAB’s client and credit appetite. The position also requires close collaboration with Corporate and Financial Institutions coverage teams, product partners, and other key stakeholders, while supporting business strategy, transaction execution, ESG initiatives, financial analysis, client advisory activities, and the continued development of the bank’s asset, project, and export finance capabilities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Support the APF team in originating, structuring and executing APF transactions for FAB clients globally across the CIB and FIG segments and help the team to deliver a revenue target in contribution to the overall Global Corporate Finance budget.
Support the Team Head in developing and implementing the Aviation Industry Business Strategy as well as the Project Finance Business Strategy.
Providing strategy updates as required based on market environment.
Develop a strong understanding of the Aviation sector including but not limited to Airlines, Lessors, Manufactures, Aviation Banks & and other financiers.
Support the Team Head on the various ESG initiatives for the loans business and regularly provide updates internally to the team on development in the ESG space.
Support the team on Project financing transaction inclusion Equator Principle reporting etc.
Preparing projections, analyzing cash flow models, running sensitivities.
Support the team on advisory mandates selectively undertaken for strategic reasons for key clients of FAB.
Join discussions with Credit on specialized transactions including review of the green light memos, credit memos, specialized waiver and amendment requests with a view to understand the transactions.
Assist the team in researching certain topics as required for internal or external purpose.
Prepare pitch books, term sheets, information memorandum, financial models, mandate letters etc.; and review feasibility report, financial statements and financial, legal and technical due diligence reports.
Support the team in their review and conclusion of financing and security documentation – to ensure compliance with credit approved terms.
Maintain pricing details for all APF transactions.
Assist the Team Head in ensuring the APF Team is up to date on all internal training programs.

REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS

Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or a related discipline.
3 to 5 years of experience in Project Finance (PF) and Aviation Finance.
Good knowledge of Global and Regional Aviation and Project Finance sector.
Good understanding and knowledge of International Aviation debt markets and syndicated loan markets.
Good understanding of PF structures, typical participants, assessment tools, and knowledge of PF markets, syndicated loan & debt capital markets.

About Us:

First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) is the largest bank in the UAE and one of the world's largest and safest financial institutions. We offer a comprehensive range of personal and private banking services, including credit cards, Islamic banking, investments, loans, and mortgages. Our commitment to excellence and innovation drives us to provide top-tier financial solutions to our clients.

Life at FAB:

Working at FAB means being part of a team of talented and passionate individuals with a shared vision to support the ambitions of our stakeholders to "Grow Stronger." We embrace the needs of our customers across the globe with a sense of responsibility and confidence driven by extensive expertise that can only be delivered by an ambitious world-class organization

Career Development:

FAB offers unique career choices, a chance to innovate, craft solutions for the future, and express yourself in a performance-based culture that will unleash the best in you. Whether you are an experienced professional or just starting your career, FAB provides a range of learning and development initiatives to support all employees through training and skill development.

Our Values:

At FAB, we place our customers at the core of our activities, live our values each day in every way, celebrate achievements, and empower each other to deliver leading solutions. We have structured plans for the recruitment and career progression of Emirati talent to enable them to make a mark in the financial and banking sector both regionally and globaly that rewards your hard work and dedication.

Join our team and be part of a journey to shape the future of banking.

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