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Job Description – Analyst, Global Markets

The Analyst will be part of a Global Markets Corporate Banking Securitization team that is responsible for Underwriting and Account Management of securitization and other structured finance transactions is a wide variety of asset classes including, but not limited to, automobile loans and leases, equipment loans, student loans, credit cards, consumer installment loans, residential mortgage backed securities, commercial mortgage backed securities and leveraged loans for both US and Canadian clients. The Analyst will support Account Management in making approval recommendations regarding deal structure and exposure amounts and complete due diligence and credit analysis on current and prospective clients. The Analyst will further support Account Management in a variety of other portfolio management responsibilities.

Credit Risk and Financial Analyses

• Prepare concise, accurate and well-reasoned written credit applications and memoranda for both new and existing transactions for presentation to Credit.
• Conduct credit risk analysis of securitization transactions using all available sources of information including, but not limited to servicer reports, cash flow models, financial statements, servicer audits, legal documentation, etc.
• Determine estimated capital for current and prospective securitization transactions using the bank’s capital models.
• Conduct due diligence that includes on-site client visits and conference calls, analysis of business models, and comprehensive review of industry trends and related regulations.
• Analyze transactions for structural strengths and weaknesses and structure appropriately to mitigate weaknesses.
• Research and analyze financial and operating information relating to companies and industries.
• Assess financial soundness of counterparties and underlying securitization assets including appropriate debt levels, debt service, historic financial performance and repayment capabilities.
• Perform financial statement analysis including completion of spreading software (MRA).
• Review documentation for conformity with approved Credit terms and conditions.
• Keep abreast of industry trends and regulatory developments.

Portfolio Management Support

• Assist Account Managers in managing a diverse portfolio of accounts. This includes: i) preparing written concise credit reviews as needed, at least annually, delivering same within required timeframes, and ii) continuous monitoring of transaction performance and financial performance of the underlying client and its respective industry.
• Provide analytical findings to Account Management team including input on credit risks and related mitigants.
• Maintain current financial performance information on clients and securitization transactions in order to perform timely annual reviews, financial covenants, and internal trigger monitoring.
• Assist Account Managers in development of presentations or ad-hoc portfolio updates for relevant credit partners.
• Support Account Managers with portfolio management needs for the business.
• Participate in decision making with clients and internal product group partners.
• Expert knowledge of Bank policies and standards to ensure portfolio adheres to BMO’s policies and procedures, especially as they pertain to the securitization product.
• Review and negotiation of legal documentation.
• Monitor exposure across different BMO clients and products.
• Assist in AML/KYC processing and obtain any pending required documentation.

Partnership Efforts

• Liaise with Global Markets areas and with various lines of business and operational areas of the Bank as required.
• Support Global Markets areas on portfolio management needs and growth initiatives of the business.
• Participate in deal teams to negotiate structure and documentation for securitization transactions.
• Assist in updating Financing Guidelines.
• Involve in projects as required.

Qualifications

• An undergraduate degree with outstanding academic achievement. Specific academic coursework in finance, economics, or accounting.
• Relevant experience for analysts in similar roles; formal credit training preferred. 0-3 years of experience.
• Relevant experience for analysts hired into 2nd or 3rd year slots.
• Typically analysts maintain this role for 1-3 years before advancement to the next level.
• Credit analysis experience and understanding preferred. Will provide Global Markets specific training.
• Knowledge of capital markets, investment banking products and applicable regulations.
• Knowledge of organizational lending and portfolio management policies and objectives.
• Excellent analytical skills to include business, financial, and credit analysis areas.
• Highly developed written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills used within a collaborative and demanding team environment.
• Expertise in financial computer applications and database management tools including MS Excel, Moody’s, Capital IQ and Bloomberg.
• Strong proficiency in other Microsoft Office products including MS Word and PowerPoint.
• Self-starter with keen attention to detail and ability to work under limited supervision.
• Ability to be creative, insightful, and resourceful in performance of duties.
• Strong ability to attentively review, assess, and provide detailed information daily on multiple projects in an organized manner.
• Excellent capability to independently function as part of a team through self-motivation.
• Proficient in building cash flow and other financial models is beneficial.

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