Project Finance Associate – Project Finance Deal Execution

Job Description

Associate – Project Finance | Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group

The Tone:
This is an Associate-level role at Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), one of the world’s leading financial groups. MUFG stands for its values, building long-term relationships, serving society, and fostering shared and sustainable growth for a better world, striving to make a difference for every client, organization, and community. This position is vital for supporting senior team members in the marketing and execution of complex project finance transactions, directly contributing to MUFG’s mission to be the world’s most trusted financial group and enabling impactful financial solutions globally.

The TL;DR
• Role: Full Time
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Global

• Team: Project Finance team, reporting to seniors
• Mission: Assist in the marketing and deal execution of project finance transactions.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Marketing Material Preparation: Assist in the origination of lending and financial advisory mandates, including the diligent preparation of marketing materials, detailed proposals, and comprehensive presentation packages for potential clients.
• Transaction Execution Support: Support the end-to-end execution of lending and financial advisory transactions, which involves conducting relevant research, meticulous preparation and handling of financial models, and drafting information memorandums and credit papers.
• Project Document Analysis: Facilitate transaction progress by thoroughly reviewing and analyzing various project documents, and coordinating effectively with other specialist advisors and external consultants.
• Client Relationship Management: Work closely with team seniors in actively liaising and coordinating with clients with respect to the origination and execution of transactions, and performing other administrative duties as may be required.
• Compliance and Internal Procedures: Ensure stringent compliance with all internal procedures and regulatory requirements throughout the entire deal process, maintaining high standards of control and operational integrity.

The Must-Haves
• Background: MBA/CA qualification.
• Experience: 6-9 years of work experience, preferably in banking, consulting firms, or companies engaged in project development, with a good grasp of financial analysis, corporate finance, and financial modelling.
• Skills: Good communication, writing, and interpersonal skills; ability to work independently on assigned jobs.
• Bonus: Experience in renewables and/or infrastructure would be viewed favourably.