Responsibilities
As part of the Structured Trade Finance team, the successful candidate will be responsible for arranging, structuring and executing complex large-scale Export & Agency finance mandates (transactions covered by ECAs, Multilaterals and private insurers) with corporates, public sector entities and project finance structures. The candidate will have principal responsibilities comprising the following:
- Actively contributing to the origination and execution of Export & Agency finance mandates for US & Latam companies and/or public counterparties
- Analysis of projects (feasibility, risks); identification of key issues and proposal of improvements to achieve successful financing.
- Elaborate risk proposals detailing the underlying transaction structure.
- Actively engage with ECAs, Multilaterals and private insures in the approval process.
- Development of financing documentation (contracts) and management of insurance policies in collaboration with Legal services and/or external law firms
- Negotiation with borrowers, exporters and financing institutions related to the terms & conditions applicable to the transaction and financial document clauses.
- Collaboration with internal departments to originate and sign project.
- Preparation of Information Memos and Lender Presentations for lead role opportunities and coordination of bank meetings
Position Requirements
- Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in Export & Agency finance deals or a comparable background in investment banking or other industry.
- Proven experience in winning and executing large scale mandates and/or lead arranging positions with main ECAs and Multilateral Agencies
- Preferable knowledge and experience in ECA project finance structures
- Business School/University degree in economics or business administration, law, or engineering
- Preferably international working experience
- Fluency in English and Spanish
Personal:
- Structured and organized, strong analytical skills.
- Well balanced team player
- International mindset
- Goal oriented individual with initiative and leadership
- Client focus
- Lateral thinker who likes to come up with outside-the-box-solutions.
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.
With respect to this position in our New York Office, the expected base salary ranges from $170,000 to $220,000. 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