Associate - Loan Capital Markets and Syndication - Project Finance & Infrastructure Syndicate

Société Générale · New York City

Responsibilities

DIVISION DESCRIPTION:

Project & Infrastructure Syndicate (“Syndicate”) is a single, integrated team responsible for the origination, pricing, structuring and distribution all syndicated loans originated by SG in the Americas. Syndicate works most closely with the following coverage groups: Energy Project Finance, Digital Infrastructure, Core Infrastructure, and Metals, Mining & Industrials.

In addition to the various coverage teams, Syndicate works closely with the Loan Sales and Trading teams. Externally, the Syndicate team interacts directly with both corporate and sponsor clients, as well as banks and institutional loan investors.

JOB DESCRIPTION:
Seeking a strong candidate to fulfill the role of Associate on the Project & Infrastructure Syndicate team based in New York. The Associate will be responsible for origination and execution of syndicated loan financings in the Americas across all of the group’s activities and markets.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Continuously follow market trends to identify active participants in the market, prevailing market terms and pricing, depth of market, and other factors in lending and underwriting decisions
Pitch and advise clients on the status of the market and syndication strategies needed for best execution in the syndicated loan capital markets
Partner with SG’s industry sector teams to develop market-based structures and creative capital raising solutions
Develop relationships and maintain a dialogue with peers at other banks and non-bank institutions as a source of market intelligence during the origination process and market capacity during syndication
Work alongside the industry sector teams to originate syndicated loan mandates and to execute transactions once mandated
Develop junior members of the Syndicate team, and manage deal teams in the context or new deal origination and execution
Provide market outreach and market intelligence to the industry sector teams in the context of financial advisory mandates

Profile required

Must Have:

Demonstrated ability to work under tight deadlines on active bookrunner/lead arranger mandates in the syndicated loan market
Strong presentation skills, both orally and written
Basic understanding of complex financial structures and legal documents
Credit skills and ability to properly assess underwriting risks
Existing relationships with key participants in the syndicated loans markets
Strong networking skills both internally and external to the firm
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
3+ years within financial services, specifically loan capital markets & syndicate, or in one of the target sectors (Energy Project Finance, Digital
Infrastructure and/or Core Infrastructure)
Knowledge of the loan capital markets, loan investor base, and financing structures relevant to the target sectors

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/)

DIVERSITY, INCLUSION & BELONGING (“DIB”):
Our DIB Mission: Recruit, develop, retain and advance a talented workforce that is united in our efforts to leverage our talent and further develop an inclusive environment that will enhance our competitive position and deliver innovative solutions to our clients. It seeks to foster an environment where employee differences are valued and where all employees feel engaged, supported, respected, and informed. For more information about our DIB initiatives, please visit this link: https://americas.societegenerale.com/en/careers/get-know-diversity/

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.

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