Candidates will support a variety of structured product lines that include but are not limited to CDO and CLO securities.
Creating cashflow/analytics models for securitized products, including but not limited to CDOs/CLOs (Collateralized Debt Obligations/Collateralized Loan Obligations)
Transaction modeling and analytics, which involves cash flow modeling, recalculating certain collateral quality and concentration limitations set out in each transaction's indenture, including bond principal and interest payments, credit-enhancement, hedging instruments, fees and waterfalls for structured deals
Construct independent cash flow and collateral models for various structured products utilizing Microsoft Excel
Create and update detailed agreed upon procedure reports summarizing our results
Comprehensive and methodical interpretation of prospectus/indenture information and deal structural features including but not limited to collateral, waterfall, triggers, hedges, paydown rules, loss allocation rules, and the ability to extract other pertinent information from prospectuses and indentures.
Establish relationships with client personnel at appropriate levels. Consistently deliver quality client services. Monitor progress, manage risk and ensure key stakeholders are kept informed about progress and expected outcomes
Demonstrate in-depth technical capabilities and professional knowledge. Remain current on new developments in advisory services capabilities and industry knowledge.
Requirement
a bachelor's degree and approximately 2 years of related work experience; or a graduate degree and approximately 1-2 years of related work experience
a degree in finance, economics, accounting, mathematics, engineering or a related discipline; MBA or MS preferred
prior structured finance experience is strongly preferred
strong written and verbal communication skills for report writing and client presentations
analytical skills; specifically, the ability to assess and decompose financial services industry processes utilizing a risk and control focus
Excellent interpersonal, leadership and project management skills and the ability to work within a team setting
prior experience in consulting preferred
Experience working at a consulting firm, rating agency, investment bank, collateral manager, trustee bank or corporate trust operations supporting structured products
Strong knowledge of finance and accounting and proficient in Bloomberg
Highly organized, detail oriented and excellent prioritization skills with a commitment to meeting deadlines with minimal supervision
