Financial Analyst - Derivatives & Capital Markets Job #: req32492 Organization: IFC Sector: Financial Sector Grade: GE Term Duration:ย 3 years 0 months Recruitment Type: Local Recruitment Location: London,United Kingdom Required Language(s): English Preferred Language(s): Closing Date: 4/9/2025 (MM/DD/YYYY) at 11:59pm UTC
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IFC โ a member of the World Bank Group โ is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. We work in more than 100 countries, using our capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities. Our mission is to leverage the power of the private sector to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity on a livable planet. For more information, please visit www.ifc.org.
IFCโs Treasury Client Solutions Department is a client-facing transaction-structuring and execution team that provides IFCโs clients with innovative fixed-income solutions. The group has global responsibility for derivative transactions, structured products, local currency solutions, and debt capital markets solutions.
The department is looking to appoint a dynamic and highly motivated finance professional to join the EMEA team covering markets in Africa, Middle East, Europe and Central Asia. The individual would contribute to the structuring and execution of innovative fixed-income investment projects, provide analytics and market intelligence, and collaborate with a team of industry experts in a vibrant and dynamic environment. The position is based in London, United Kingdom.
Duties and Accountabilities:
โข Contribute to the structuring, pricing and execution of hedging and funding transactions through derivatives and capital markets instruments.
โข Contribute to structuring and execution of IFCโs local currency bond issuances, by providing analytical and transactional support.
โข Build, maintain and apply sophisticated financial models associated with the structuring and pricing of transactions, ensuring accuracy and reliability in analysis provided.
โข Conduct in-depth market research in both local and international fixed income markets. Analyze rating agency methodologies to inform transaction structuring and risk assessment.
โข Contribute to business development initiatives and the marketing of treasury products to clients.
โข Establish and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including international investment banks, local banks, capital market firms, investors, and regulators, to facilitate successful transaction execution and market presence.
โข Prepare detailed analytics for investment committees, ensuring informed decision-making.
โข Contribute to documentation review, portfolio monitoring, and valuation as needed.
โข Participate in global travel as required to support transaction execution and stakeholder engagement.
Selection Criteria
โข Bachelor's degree in Finance, Statistics, Financial engineering, Mathematics or a related Quantitative field.
โข At least 2 years of previous relevant work experience.
โข Knowledge of fixed income derivatives (e.g. cross currency swaps, interest rate swaps).
โข Strong data analysis and credit risk modeling skills and advanced knowledge of Excel.
โข Ability to multi-task and to pay attention to detail under tight deadlines.
โข Highly motivated, results-oriented team player with an enthusiasm to work on complex products, a โcan doโ attitude and ability to collaborate effectively across boundaries.
โข Strong oral and written communication skills.
โข Flexibility and willingness to work in different time zones as required in a global team.
World Bank Group Core Competencies
The World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; and paid leave, including parental leave, as well as reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.
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