FIG Analyst, Credit Solutions (Dublin, Ireland)

Alantra is an independent global financial services firm that provides investment banking and asset management services to companies, families, and investors in the mid-market segment. The Group has over 600 professionals across Europe, the US, Latin America, Asia, and the Middle East.

In Financial Advisory, Alantra has completed over 750 transactions in the last four years in M&A, debt advisory, financial restructuring, structured funding and asset-backed securitizations, credit portfolio advisory, and capital markets. Alantra combines a strong local presence in key financial centers with global sector- and product-specialized teams.

In Alternative Asset Management, Alantra offers its clients unique access to a wide range of investment strategies in five highly specialized asset management classes (private equity, active funds, private debt, energy, and venture capital). As of 30 September 2024, assets under management from consolidated and strategic businesses stood at more than €16.8bn.

For more information, please visit www.alantra.com

Job Description:

As a FIG Credit Solutions Analyst based in Dublin, you will work in a highly entrepreneurial and inspiring environment and become an integral part of our FIG team with primary focus on FIG Credit and Structured Finance transactions in the region.

The day-to-day tasks will include:

• Managing and assisting in the origination and execution of M&A, Credit and Structured Finance transactions in FIG, such as whole loans sales, cash or synthetic securitisations, equity or asset transactions;
• Performing financial analysis and data analytics
• Overseeing and supporting the preparation of data and marketing materials to support a transaction process
• Preparing and delivering client presentations in a clear and compelling manner
• Supporting and coordinating Due diligence processes
• Acting as a mentor and role model to junior analysts and interns
• Acquire and maintain up to date knowledge of buyers, sellers, our services, risk, and competitors
• Support senior staff in client engagement management and transaction management
• Efficient use of databases, programming languages and other research tools
• Market research and analysis of different industry verticals

Analysts have direct exposure to all seniority levels internally, as well as direct client contact where possible. Alantra gives its Analysts significant responsibilities and is committed to their learning experience during their tenure with the firm.

Requirements:

• 1-4 years experience within an investment bank, boutique or accountancy firm
• Preference for candidates that have FIG experience (banking / lending / speciality finance)
• Excellent financial knowledge (accounting and company valuation) and understanding of financial statements
• Excellent financial modelling ability
• Experience in reviewing analysts work models, valuations, and training, mentoring and pitch presentations;
• Entrepreneurial spirit with the ability to contribute own ideas and work autonomously
• Drive, enthusiasm, creativity and excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong multi-tasking and time management skills
• Capable of working under pressure and in a context of shifting priorities
• Strong communication and presentation skills (verbal and written)
• Attention to detail
• Strong academic background and results
• Proficiency in the use of Excel, Power Point, Word and Outlook
• Proficiency (both written and spoken) in English is a requirement