Structured Finance Intern (m/f/d)
Madrid, ES, 28020
SMBC: A trusted partner for the long term
Here at SMBC Group, we want to help you find the next step in your career so read on to discover if this opportunity is the one for you. We like to recognise potential in our people, so we welcome your application even when your experience doesn’t perfectly align with the job description. Whilst we’ll always strive to be better, we’re proud of our inclusive culture, and encourage our applicants and colleagues to be their authentic, unique selves.
Who we are
United by a sense of purpose towards our customers – to be a trusted partner for the long-term – and our universal banking platform in EMEA, SMBC Group has an international growth agenda and award-winning products, meaning we provide exciting opportunities to work on a diverse range of projects and initiatives.
We deliver a full suite of corporate finance products and solutions to our customers as well as investment banking and advisory services, and a range of innovative solutions in global capital markets.
Read on to find out how you could enhance your skills and gain valuable experience, by joining us to support our clients transition to a sustainable future.
Role Summary
Is the next step in your career at SMBC Group EMEA?
The role will operate as part of the SFD Front Office team and will support the marketing, analysis and execution of potential new transactions and clients.
You will support the team with desktop research, preparation of presentation and marketing materials, credit applications, client onboarding and KYC processes, as well as deal execution and distribution activities.
Position Description
About this role
The Madrid team is focused on increasing SMBC’s footprint in the Iberian market by actively marketing transactions at an early stage and securing more valuable roles in transactions. The role provides support across the entire value chain, from marketing and origination through the credit process and deal execution to distribution.
In this role you will be responsible for:
- Support the preparation of pitches and marketing materials.
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Participate in the preparation of credit applications, including grading and SMVA calculations.
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Assist with client onboarding and account opening.
- Supporting deal execution.
- Collaborate on distribution activities, including drafting teasers and responding to Q&A.
- Provide administrative support required to carry out SFD’s business, including the preparation of business trips.
What we are looking for
- Strong academic background from a top-tier school in a related major, business or finance.
- Clear interest in Project Finance / Asset Finance and preferably first business experience.
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Professional level/fluency in English and native or professional-level fluency in German.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
- Theoretical knowledge about financing and banking.
What will you bring to the role?
- Team player with an entrepreneurial and inquisitive mindset and able to work independently.
- Excellent interpersonal, analytical and problem-solving ability and keen attention to detail.
- Strong team spirit and a collaborative approach to working with others.
- Ability to thrive in an international environment and work effectively across different cultures and perspectives.
Competencies
What we offer
For all the expertise and experience you bring to help us make a difference, it’s only sustainable if we support you to build your career and be your best self so we offer competitive company benefits, centred around promoting positive well-bring and work-life balance. We also believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, where all team members perspectives and contributions are valued. Initiatives in place which promote a diverse and inclusive culture and healthy work life balance include hybrid working, Sport & Social Clubs and Diversity and Inclusion networks.
As an employee of SMBC you have access to a host of both useful and exciting benefit offerings. See below some of the benefits on offer to you:
- Hybrid and flexible working
- Competitive paid leave days
- Benefits to support your physical wellbeing, including private medical insurance
- Various policies to support your mental wellbeing, including a robust behavioural health network with counselling and coaching services
- Access a wide range of learning and development opportunities and career progression opportunities
- Ambitious remuneration package
So, if you like a challenge and want to continuously grow and develop in a role where you will be supported along the way by a dynamic and diverse team, apply today!!
We recognise our role as a bank to support social change and welcome all applications, including those from groups often under-represented in financial services. We value the uniqueness of professional and personal, backgrounds and perspectives as they play a vital role in continuing the sustainable growth of our organisation. We’ll ensure reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process are offered due to a disability or long-term condition whenever requested.
We are committed to transparent and equitable pay practices. Compensation is determined using objective criteria, including skills, experience, and role responsibilities, and applied consistently throughout our recruitment processes. We do not request candidates' pay history and are committed to preventing unjustified pay disparities.