Associate , Securitised Products & Supply Chain Finance

Overview

With a vision to be the world’s most trusted financial group, MUFG puts people first, listens to new and diverse ideas and collaborates toward greater innovation, speed and agility. MUFG is a global financial group with around 150,000 colleagues, striving to make a difference for every client, organization, and community we serve. We stand for our values, building long-term relationships, serving society, and fostering shared and sustainable growth for a better world. Join MUFG, where being inspired is expected and making a meaningful impact is rewarded.

OVERVIEW OF THE DEPARTMENT/SECTION

The Securitised Products & Supply Chain Finance (SP&SCF) team provides innovative financing solutions for Corporate, FI’s and Sponsor clients across EMEA. Their products include receivables, supply chain, inventory finance leveraging MUFG’s balance sheet and public securitisations to meet diverse client needs.

Main purpose of the role

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

Supporting the origination, execution and management of Supply Chain Finance, Inventory Finance and Prepayment Finance solutions in the Securitised Products & Supply Chain Finance (SP&SCF) team.

Key responsibilities

• Support Origination of new Supply Chain Finance, Inventory and Prepayment Finance transactions collectively referred to as ‘Working Capital Finance’ solutions to existing and prospective new clients of MUFG in EMEA.
• Prepare marketing materials to assist in origination of new Working Capital Finance transactions
• Support the preparation and coordination of responses to client RFP’s, RFI’s and due diligence requests, ensuring timely, accurate, and compelling submissions, while partnering with the broader SCF team to help continuously improve this process.
• Support analytics of working capital metrics to prepare thoughtful solution-based client pitches
• Support growth of Working Capital Finance product through New Product Approvals or “white papers”
• Prepare and present internal Deal Screening submissions and prepare Structural Risk Memoranda in respect of new and renewed transactions for Working Capital Finance products
• Work with the Working Capital Distribution team to assist in the syndication of all new transactions by preparing investor term sheets, teasers and joining investor calls to explain the structure
• Manage the documentation process, review, discuss/liaise with internal and external legal counsel (as appropriate), and negotiate with the client, relevant documentation for new transactions, renewals and amendments for allocated transactions in compliance with the bank’s credit and operation rules.
• Review transaction documentation and prepare the pre-signing and post-closing checklists to ensure smooth and accurate and efficient transfer of monitoring tasks to the monitoring team
• Develop and maintain a strong network of partnerships with distribution, credit, relationship teams, and other product teams, including support functions within MUFG, in order to effectively grow and sustain the franchise.
• Contribute to internal projects / strategic initiatives designed to improve the GCIB Securitised Products and Supply Chain Finance team and Bank’s efficiency and performance.
• Provide guidance to junior colleagues in relation to specific projects or tasks.
• Assist in maintaining a record of Working Capital Finance portfolio revenues, exposure, utilisation and profitability
• Support management of London booked portfolio of SCF transactions by doing annual capital and credit committee approvals

Work experience

Preferred:

• Financial Services Industry first line experience (minimum 3 years)
• Knowledge of Supply Chain Finance and Inventory Finance is a plus (particularly in the EMEA region)
• Understanding of credit fundamentals and Financial Analysis experience is preferred

Skills and experience

Functional / Technical Competencies:

Essential

• Fluency in English required. Fluency in Dutch, German or French (and other European languages) desirable
• Excellent knowledge and skill working with Microsoft Office – PowerPoint, Excel. Word & Office
• Interpersonal and networking skills and the ability to work in a diverse team environment

Preferred:

• Knowledge of the competitor landscape within working capital solution space
• Commercial acumen and negotiation skills

Education / Qualifications:

Essential

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business or a related field.
• Strong understanding of corporate finance and working capital concepts
• Proficiency in financial analysis, including Excel and basic financial modelling

Preferred:

• Master’s degree, CFA Level I/II, ACA, ACCA, or equivalent financial qualification
• Experience in trade finance, supply chain finance, or securitised/structured products

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

We are open to considering flexible working requests in line with organisational requirements.

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.