Global Banking Analyst

Overview

To gain experience and knowledge of the various banking teams within Natixis London Branch. You will gain hands-on experience in different Global Banking businesses through participation in a flexible rotational program typically consisting of rotations between Coverage, Acquisition & Strategic Finance, Debt Capital Markets, Real Estate Financing, Infrastructure and Energy Financing, Energy Transition & Natural Resources, and Financial Sponsors Coverage. Typically after 2 years it is envisaged that you will move onto a permanent placement in one of the business units.

Responsibilities

• All actions where appropriate to this position must be compatible with Natixis carrying out business in accordance with the FCA Principles for Business, available on the FCA website and detailed in the Natixis UK compliance manual.
• Assisting with marketing pitch preparation and research.
• Assisting with financial modelling and credit analysis in respect of finance transactions.
• Gathering and analysing financial data, reporting variances, and initiating corrective actions.
• Liaison with Risk, Structuring desks, Legal, Compliance, MO, and BO operations.
• Assisting the team to develop knowledge of clients and their needs.
• Maintaining awareness of all economic and financial data and any other important factors likely to affect the client base and products being marketed.
• Adhere to and understand risks to the bank and the client resulting from successful conclusion of transactions.
• Maintain and develop product knowledge. Complete all mandatory training as required to maintain competence.
• Comply with all applicable legal, regulatory, and internal compliance requirements, including the London Compliance manual, compliance policies and procedures, security policies and procedures, and financial security requirements (including prevention of financial crime and fraud, with reporting obligations to the Money Laundering Reporting Officer).
• Coordinate middle and back office efficiency for the team with respect to transactions.
• Elaborate client pitches for Sales within the team interacting with London-based clients.
• Develop knowledge of clients and their needs, as well as client-focused market intelligence.

Requirements

• The ideal candidate should hold a degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field, with strong academic performance.
• Strong interest in financial markets; previous internships in this area are desirable.
• Relevant internships or experience in finance with strong technical skills in financial modelling and analysis are essential.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, along with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Team spirit, commitment, and flexibility.
• Good relationship-building skills.
• Proactive, “can-do” attitude and resilience under pressure.
• Proficiency in English (written and verbal).
• High adaptability to a broad range of topics and transactions.
• Strong communication skills to liaise effectively with people within and outside Natixis.

You will work in an international environment, within a community of experts who place excellence, impact, and collective action at the heart of everything they do.