Credit Analysis – Project Finance

Overview

In this role you will take ownership of project finance transactions from origination to portfolio management within a leading bank. You will work with a London-based Structured Finance team on diverse infrastructure deals, driving in-depth credit analysis and due diligence. You’ll present recommendations to credit committees and monitor risks across the portfolio, collaborating with borrowers, sponsors and advisors. This is a visible, impact-driven role offering independent assessment and direct stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full credit analysis and due diligence for new project finance transactions across sectors
• Prepare and present investment recommendations for local and Head Office credit committees
• Monitor an existing portfolio of project finance assets, escalate construction, operational or financial risks
• Conduct ongoing credit reviews and maintain internal risk ratings
• Attend lender meetings and engage with borrowers, sponsors, financial advisers and other key stakeholders
• Prepare internal approval papers for consent requests, amendments and waivers
• Produce sector, country and regulatory research to support strategy
• Support transaction execution activities including KYC, funding requests and loan drawdowns

Key requirements

• Proven experience in Project Finance Credit Analysis
• Hands-on due diligence and credit assessment experience for structured or project finance transactions
• Strong financial modelling and analytical skills
• Excellent written communication to prepare credit papers and recommendations
• Experience monitoring loan portfolios and managing stakeholder relationships

• Stakeholder management
• Excellent written communication
• Ability to present to senior committees
• Credit analysis
• Due diligence
• Financial modelling

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