Citi Group ICM Leveraged Finance Underwriting Analyst C11 

United States, New York, New York 

94633922

LFU Analysts will be actively involved in Citi’s credit approval and origination process for leveraged finance transactions, assisting clients in raising funds in the capital markets, as well as providing ongoing credit monitoring support for Citi’s Leveraged Finance Portfolio of client relationships.

Analyst Role and Responsibilities:

• Provide analytical support to Bankers across LFU’s core functions: (1) Leveraged Finance transaction origination and credit approval; (2) periodic credit monitoring; (3) portfolio management and reporting, limits and early problem recognition; (4) global leveraged lending related projects and strategic initiatives
• Evaluate and gain a strong understanding of clients' business model, financial performance and key credit drivers across various industries, through both due diligence process as part of transactions and ongoing credit monitoring responsibilities
• Build and analyze models used for valuation and to forecast the client's operating and financial performance and be able to articulate assumptions and analysis to Bankers and Risk Managers
• Coordinate with Citi’s Risk Analytics Unit to perform periodic written reviews of the clients' financial and operating performance, covenant compliance, management/relationship strategy, and competitive position within its peer group
• Work in conjunction with Bankers to assess appropriateness of credit extension transactions (leveraged buyouts, incremental debt raise or refinancing), secure approval for and assist in executing transactions on behalf of clients
• Collaborate with our product partners in Capital Markets, Investment Banking, Corporate Banking and Risk, in addition to Legal counsel (both internal and external) to develop the ability to understand the deal structures and to ensure they are properly documented and approved as per the Citi Policy & Procedures
• Analyze underlying business rationale/strategy for deals that are conducted through creating both Business and portfolio reviews for Senior Management on the global risks for the portfolio as well as to highlight key trends in the market.
• Research and develop robust understanding of the fundamentals of the key industry trends and risk issues and develop the ability to succinctly convey his/her thoughts and opinions to the Risk Managers and Bankers
• Responsible for monitoring news and events pertaining to Citi’s leveraged lending clients as well as providing regular updates to Bankers.

Qualifications:

• At least 1 year of relevant experience
• Team player with strong work ethic who also works well with others at all levels
• Strong writing, analytical, quantitative, communication, and presentation skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to break down large amounts of data into concise, easy to understand formats
• Ability to quickly and accurately find information upon a Banker / Manager’s request
• Ability to take on demanding responsibilities and work independently, effectively manage deadlines and juggle multiple tasks at once

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in mathematics, science, finance/economics, risk management or a related field required

This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

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