Project Finance - Vice President

Vice-President

Project Finance US - Canada

1. Summary of Responsibilities:

The Vice President will be part of the team responsible for the origination, structuring, and execution of Project Finance deals in BBVA New York.

In line with his mid-senior position he will have to focus on taking over structuring, execution and documentation of specific deals but with a view to gradually absorbing more managerial task such as origination and monitoring of the performance of more junior members in line with his/her seniority position.

The overall idea is that he/she can gradually grow into a managerial position taking responsibility for specific segments of project finance as new positions are added through expected activity growth

2. List Major/Essential Job Duties:

• Overseeing portfolio management and information reporting as well as due accounting of deals
• Direct underwriting, Due Diligence, and Financial Analysis of project finance opportunities in infrastructure and energy
• Review of market material for client pitches
• Support and guidance in the preparation of Information Memos and Lender Presentations for lead role opportunities
• Managing the diligence process from a technical and legal standpoint and overseeing the structuring process through deal closing
• Monitoring delivery of internal apps for both product and credit by junior team

3. Level of Complexity and Risk Involved:

Complex responsibilities, with a critical responsibility for execution of deals but without losing track of origination responsibility as well as overseeing the work of more junior members of the team

4. Scope of Duties:

• Identification and use of research and tools
• Oral and written presentations for client marketing and internal purposes.
• Understanding of financial modeling
• Responsible for overseeing of all internal process as well as deal loan closing process
• Active participation in all due diligence and legal process when related to specific transactions
• Close interaction with teams in the global BBVA organization and, specifically, with member of the credit and risk team in New York and Madrid.
• Active involvement in al credit process with both Madrid and New York teams on a deal to deal basis
• Client meeting participation with a strong focus for deal origination

5. Skills, knowledge, and abilities/competencies:

• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Strong understanding of financial statement analysis, financial modeling and DCF analysis
• Ability to work in a team environment and under tight deadlines
• Degree in Economics, Accounting, Finance or related field
• Formal credit training a strong plus
• Proficient in ALL Microsoft Office Tools, Bloomberg a plus
• Fluent in English a must, preference for Spanish fluency
• 8+ years of experience working in corporate and/or investment banking related to Project Finance and/or experience in construction energy firms related to project finance

With respect to this position in our New York Office, the expected base salary ranges from $170,000-$210,000. It is not typical for offers to be made at or near the top of the range. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.

Employment eligibility to work with BBVA in the U.S. is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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