Project Finance Analyst

We are looking for a new Project Finance Analyst to join the Italian Project Finance team in Milan, focusing on the advisory and arrangement of non-recourse transactions in the Infrastructure and Energy sectors. You will support the team in the origination and execution of advisory and financing mandates, with the objective of rapidly increasing your level of autonomy. The deal flow will expose you to a wide variety of projects and offer strong growth opportunities in a highly dynamic and motivating environment.

Tasks and responsibilities:

• Support the team throughout all stages of the origination and marketing processes (preparation of marketing materials, credentials, pitches, indicative term sheets)

• Build and analyse cash flow models and run sensitivities

• Review due diligence materials (market, technical, insurance, legal, tax) and interact with advisors during Q&A sessions

• Assist in the structuring of transactions by reviewing key features of the term sheet and financial documentation

• Contribute to all aspects of the credit process, including preparation of credit applications, internal rating tools, and profitability assessments

• Support portfolio management activities (waivers, amendments, annual reviews)

• Provide general support as required within Project Finance, including assistance to administrative functions (liaising with DIR/COO teams, Middle Office)

• Track and monitor the business unit’s performance

• Manage new client onboarding and periodic KYC checks

Studies & experience:

• Master of Science or Bac+5 in a relevant field such as Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or Mathematics

• At least 18-24 months of experience in project finance, investment banking, infrastructure, private equity funds, large corporates, auditing firms, or advisory boutiques, with proven financial modelling skills

Language skills:

• Fluency in English

• Knowledge of Italian is considered a plus

Technical, operational & Soft skills:

• Excellent command of the Microsoft Office suite (advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills are mandatory)

• Strong financial modelling capabilities

• Reliable and proactive self-starter

• Results and client oriented

• Responsible and committed

• Strong attention to detail

• Highly motivated and eager to learn

• Confident and self-disciplined

• Strong team spirit

Société Générale Italy is a multi-category bank offering every employee the possibility to have several careers in a professional career path. Internal mobility and training are two core areas we focus on, in a dynamic, prosperous and evolving context.

At Societe Generale, we are convinced that people are drivers of change, and that the world of tomorrow will be shaped by all their initiatives, from the smallest to the most ambitious.

Whether you’re joining us for a period of months, years or your entire career, together we can have a positive impact on the future. Creating, daring, innovating and taking action are part of our DNA.

If you too want to be directly involved, grow in a stimulating and caring environment, feel useful on a daily basis and develop or strengthen your expertise, you will feel right at home with us!

Still hesitating?

You should know that our employees can dedicate several days per year to solidarity actions during their working hours, including sponsoring people struggling with their orientation or professional integration, participating in the financial education of young apprentices, and sharing their skills with charities. There are many ways to get involved.