An exciting opportunity to join the J.P. Morgan Project Finance and Infrastructure Credit Risk team and work on a wide variety of client types spanning multiple industries and exercise analytical skills to assess the risks in highly structured project financings and infrastructure transactions. As an Analyst - Project Finance & Infrastructure Credit Risk within the J.P. Morgan Project Finance and Infrastructure Credit Risk team, you are at the center of keeping JPMorgan Chase strong and resilient. You help the firm grow its business in a responsible way by anticipating new and emerging risks, and using your expert judgement to solve real-world challenges that impact our company, customers and communities. Our culture in Risk Management and Compliance is all about thinking outside the box, challenging the status quo and striving to be best-in-class. Job responsibilities Interface closely with business teams to develop diligence questions by reviewing contracts, forecasts/budgets, financial statements, construction reports, operating reports, etc. Use strong analytical and problem-solving skills to understand and identify risks and recommend loan structures which sufficiently protects JPM's interests in various structured transactions Build and maintain financial models to incorporate the impact of forward-looking risk assessment on key drivers Support execution of transactions, reviewing/structuring of finance and commercial contracts, making recommendations as to appropriate capital structure, exposure levels and risk grading Apply corporate finance and accounting expertise to prepare credit memorandums, take ownership of credit approvals and booking processes Perform portfolio management activities including analyzing amendment and waiver requests, periodic credit reviews, ongoing counterparty and industry credit analysis, monitoring of trading limits and appropriate credit ratings and negotiating documentation revisions, etc. Staying current on all aspects of assigned clients, including industry trends, portfolio performance, compliance with covenants, current events and news, potential risks and opportunities Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills Master's Degree, in accounting, finance, economics, engineering or related field Professional work experience in financial services or consulting . Prior experience, credit/counterparty risk in infrastructure or project finance Strong financial modeling skills and familiarity with financial statements (including ability to analyze capital structure, profitability, project build costs and cash flow) Understanding of front office processes, credit risk management and commercial requirements. Self-motivated individual who can work independently whilst being able to work effectively in a team environment. Ability to learn quickly with a high level of attention to detail and strong organizational and time management skills Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills Good commercial acumen to balance risks and opportunities with an ability to build rapport and influence change. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to communicate complex information in a clear and organized manner Candidates must be highly proficient in Excel (including analysis/control of large datasets), PowerPoint, and Word
