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Mitsubishi UFJ Securities (USA)
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London, Greater London
VP, Portfolio & Asset Management (33066)
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We are MUFG. 360 years of heritage. A world-class set of businesses. And more than 180,000 employees in 50 markets. It's no surprise that MUFG has grown to become one of the top five banks in the world. Our services include commercial banking, trust banking, securities, credit cards, consumer finance, asset management, and leasing. MUFG offers stability in an ever-changing market, providing services to high-profile clients worldwide. Our vision? To become the world's most trusted financial group. You'll help us achieve it. Overview of the Department: Portfolio & Asset Management is an integral part of Structured Finance Office for EMEA and undertake a supporting role in the delivery, monitoring, analysis and overall ongoing risk assessment of exposures of the Structured Finance products within Europe, Middle East and Africa. Main purpose of the role: Manage a mixed portfolio of complex project finance assets and undertake all necessary credit monitoring activities. Identify potential business opportunities from within the existing portfolio and assist new business initiatives as required, including the refinancing of existing assets. Undertake the lead client facing role on established Agency, Security Trustee and Account Bank roles and work alongside the Directors when on boarding new Agency, Security and Account Bank clients. This will be across a number of varied sub sectors including Energy, Natural Resources, Infrastructure, Social Housing and Aviation. Key responsibilities: * Maintaining the highest standards of credit risk / portfolio monitoring via ad hoc, semi annual and annual credit reviews on a timely basis. Dealing with client requests via related waivers / consents via Senior Management / London / Tokyo Credit functions. * Performing administrative functions in an efficient and responsive manner to manage legal and operational risks and to assist the overall efficiency of the unit and to enhance the Bank's reputation externally. * Assisting with the smooth transfer of new assets from new business team members to Portfolio & Asset Management. * Managing a wide variety of workflows within pre agreed timescales / deadlines with effective monitoring and analysis of credit risks regarding the portfolio of assets under their direct control and recommendation of appropriate courses of action. * Working with colleagues in Credit to ensure an effective dialogue on risk related issues and to maintain a culture of co-operation. * Identifying potential business opportunities from within the existing portfolio and assisting new business initiatives as required, including refinancing of existing assets. * Supporting Agency, Security Trustee and Account Bank activities. * Perform Agency role in efficient and responsive manner to avoid / manage legal and operational risks and enhance the bank's reputation. * Developing and maintaining a strong network with the relationship teams, product areas and support functions within MUFG, in order to effectively grow and sustain the franchise. Work experience: Essential - * Specific sector knowledge in project finance including Energy, Natural Resources & / or Infrastructure (PPP/PFI) * Social Housing and Transportation (Aviation) with formal credit / portfolio experience in a project finance / Structured Finance environment. * Training will be given for bespoke internal rating systems. Skills and experience: * Knowledge of the various industries and asset classes within project finance, together with good corporate analysis skills with a broad understanding of cashflow models Education/Qualifications: * Degree level and / or relevant industry experience Personal requirements: * Excellent communication skills * Results driven, with a strong sense of accountability * A proactive, motivated approach. * The ability to operate with urgency and prioritise work accordingly * Strong decision making skills, the ability to demonstrate sound judgement * A structured and logical approach to work * Strong problem solving skills * A creative and innovative approach to work * Excellent interpersonal skills * The ability to manage large workloads and tight deadlines * Excellent attention to detail and accuracy * A calm approach, with the ability to perform well in a pressurised environment * Strong numerical skills * Excellent Microsoft Office skills MUFG is committed to embracing diversity and building an inclusive culture where all employees are valued, respected and their opinions count. We support the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion in recruitment and employment, and oppose all forms of discrimination on the grounds of age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy and maternity, race, gender reassignment, religion or belief and marriage or civil partnership. We make our recruitment decisions in a non-discriminatory manner in accordance with our commitment to identifying the right skills for the right role and our obligations under the law.