Senior Structured Trade Finance Analyst

Gunvor SA

Evaluate structured transactions and support all deal lifecycle stages.

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Job Description

The Senior Structured Trade Finance (STF) Analyst will be a key member of the Structured Trade Finance department, reporting to the Head of STF Energy and Metals. His role is instrumental in evaluating longer-term structured transactions and supporting all stages of the deal lifecycle — from origination through execution. The analyst will be responsible for conducting in-depth risk assessments, financial analysis, and due diligence, while also coordinating internal approvals across Group executive committees. The position requires a strong understanding of structured finance principles, stakeholder management, and deal execution.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct financial analysis and review financial models, including DCF and scenario-based stress testing
  • Identify and assess key transaction risks, lead risk and due diligence analyses
  • Coordinate with internal departments (legal, credit, compliance, tax) and external advisors during due diligence
  • Analyze reserve report
  • Support in structuring deals to optimize funding terms, credit enhancement, and risk allocation
  • Prepare high-quality internal and external materials, including investment memos and board presentations
  • Analyze legal and financial structures, including collateral frameworks, waterfall mechanisms, and SPV arrangements
  • Support engagement with external stakeholders, including banks, insurers, and legal counsel
  • Support in the drafting, negotiation, and execution of term sheets, financing agreements, and supporting documentation
  • Monitor and report on the performance of existing transactions, as needed

Profile

  • Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, or related field
  • Min 8 years of experience in structured finance, project finance
  • Strong analytical and financial modeling skills; proficiency in Excel
  • Solid understanding of structured finance instruments, risk analysis, and legal documentation
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; able to work effectively with cross-functional teams
  • Experience working in commodities, energy, or metals sectors
  • Team Player
  • Fluent in English and French, other languages are a plus

Posted here on 02/06/2025

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