Structured Finance Analyst

Glencore, headquartered in Baar, Switzerland is one of the world's leading integrated producers and marketers of commodities that industries around the world need. Glencore has worldwide activities in the production, sourcing, processing, refining, transporting, storage, financing and supply of metals and minerals, energy products, and agricultural products. We strive to be a reliable and competitive partner in the markets in which we serve and to support our customers and suppliers at each stage of their expansion and development.

Glencore Ltd, a US-based branch of Glencore AG, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Glencore International AG, where it employees approximately 300 people.

Structured Finance Analyst (New York, NY)

Department: Oil Project and Structured Finance (OPSF)

Overview:

The Structured Finance Analyst will support Glencore's global oil trading activities by assisting the Oil & Gas Project and Structured Finance Department in executing complex transactions related to M&A and debt financing. This role will focus on opportunities in both North and South America and will involve collaboration with trading desks to identify and structure bankable transactions.

Key Responsibilities:

Market Analysis:

• Track market trends, pricing dynamics and regulatory developments for financing structures in the upstream, midstream, and downstream space.
• Conduct market monitoring and networking with corporates, investors, and advisors (including legal counsel).

Transaction Evaluation:

• Evaluate investment opportunities across the oil & gas value chain, with responsibility for cash flow modelling, scenario analysis, risk/return assessments, and due diligence support.
• Develop and maintain financial models for structured transactions, including acquisitions, commodity-linked financings, asset-backed securitizations, and project finance structures.

Transaction Structuring and Execution:

• Support deal structuring and execution by preparing internal investment memos, presentations, and term sheets.
• Coordinate internal and external stakeholders, manage deal documentation, and facilitate negotiations.
• Collaborate with external legal advisers to assess risk profiles, legal structures, and enforcement mechanisms involved in transactions.
• Work alongside other team members to structure and syndicate transactions, ensuring they align with Glencore's marketing division strategy.

Transaction Monitoring:

• Collaborate with legal, operations, and risk teams to support ongoing monitoring of structured deals.
• Manage and update models, providing ongoing performance analysis.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Maintain and expand relationships with banks, investors, and other key stakeholders to widen the pool of participants in financing transactions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 2-5 years of experience in investment banking, structured finance, M&A, or asset management, with experience in energy and/or infrastructure a plus.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with a keen understanding of financial modeling and transaction structuring and a proven track record in building complex financial models.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively liaise with various stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Proficient in Excel, Powerpoint, and financial databases; VBA, Python or SQL is a plus.

Compensation:

• The expected base salary ranges from $120,000 -$140,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications and licenses obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.