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Modeling Test - Big 4 Infra?
Hi all, I am late stages in an interview process with a big 4 Infrastructure Advisory team and the interviewer mentioned the next stage will be a 2 hour modelling test then an interview to discuss the analysis/recommendations. I am from Australia and the interviews so far have not been in person due...
Structured/Project Finance Pay
Hi Everyone, How is pay at top PF firms across the Street such as SMBC, SocGen, MUFG, etc? I assume base is consistent with BBs (85,90,95) but where does the bonus fall? I have an offer for one of these shops and I am very curious. Thanks in advance!
Learning Project Finance Modeling vs CFA L1
I've been trying to break into project finance and would like your guys' input. A lot of positions I've seen online (both in project finance and infra PE) say the CFA is a nice to have, so I signed up to take L1 this December (whether that actually happens is another story). However, as we all know,...
Federal Lending Experience -> Project Finance/Infra PE?
Hard to pick out the right forum for this one. Anyway, for those that are interested in working at project finance lenders or infra PE , how is federal government experience looked upon? More specifically, how are the following agencies regarded: * DFC (what OPIC morphed into after they merged with...
Breaking into project finance?
I've been on the idea of transitioning into project finance from public finance for some time now at the associate level. It seems like the project finance space isn't hiring a lot right now with COVID. Is this a realistic transition or would I need to consider getting my MBA? Do teams generally...
Project finance during COVID-19?
What's the outlook for project finance with COVID-19? It looks like issuance is down ~50% YTD. Are deals line up just waiting for the market to execute? I've heard of a couple that have gone through recently with significant yield premium. There were a good amount of job postings right before...
Public Finance IB to PE?
Hi I will be starting as a full-time analyst at a BB in their Public Finance IB group (firm usually ranked top3 in muni underwriting). I was wondering how I could break into Infrastructure PE later on in my career? I know Public Finance and Infrastructure Investing have slight similarities and major...
Efficiently Processing Incoming Bids
Hi monkeys, What are your best practices for quickly processing/pricing potential opportunities and determining whether or not they are profitable. I'm talking about a quick first pass that takes a few hours to put together and summarize for a director. I'm working at a family office that's building...
Best Project Finance Groups?
I'm looking to get into project finance from public finance but I'm a little confused on the industry players. From the search function I'm of the understanding that Japanese/French/English banks dominate this space. If I'm wanting to look at those who structure and run the deal, should I be looking...
Project Finance vs Leveraged Finance vs DCM
So the title is a bit clickbait - I completely understand each career has its own merits and each individual enjoys different things. I've been in public finance for about 4 years now. Looking to potentially exit. The lowering spreads, lack of strong analytical work and pitching/RFPs amongst other...
Contemplating career change from a high paying yet miserable job
Hi Monkeys, First I want to thank everyone on this forum, even the shitposters,for teaching me so much more about the financial world, an industry I knew virtually nothing about. If it weren't for WSO , I'd probably be a public sector employee living off the taxpayer's teat. I transferred to and...
Question: Primer documents on the sources of Debt for Project Finance (Infratructure)
Hello all, I'm interested in finding quality primer level information that describes the various financing options for an infrastructure project. As a CFO/management team think about how to capitalize their assets (let's exclude renewables for now due to the tax equity component), how to think...
Project Finance - Valuations
Hi Everyone, I recently graduated from non target with dual Finance and Economics degree (3.6 GPA). I got a job at small valuations company (around 100 people). My colleagues keep telling me that this is project finance group. However, from what I read on this forum this is not "real project...
Greensill Capital
Greensill Capital, an independent financial services firm and principal investor group, specializes in supply chain finance, structured trade finance, working capital optimization, specialty financing and contract monetization. Headquartered in London, the firm was founded in 2011 by Lex Greensill...
PV Solar Project Finance, Tax Equity Modeling
Any tax equity / solar financing professionals here? I'm doing some rudimentary PV solar project finance modeling that includes a partnership flip tax equity structure as preparation for some interviews. Would love for some more experienced eyes to take a look at what I've put together as a sanity...
SMBC 2019 Analyst Training Program - Projects Finance
Hey guys, has anybody heard back from SMBC about their 2019 Analyst Training Program - Project Finance program? I really have no clue about their recruiting process, would like to hear more from others who have applied. Thanks!
Project Finance @ Boutique vs BB MO Finance
I'm currently finishing my second year on a MO Finance Grad scheme at a tier 1 IB (GS/ JP /MS), and I have recently received an offer for a Project Finance role at a small boutique ( FO jump internally after finishing the grad scheme?
HCF International Advisers Limited
HCF International Advisers Limited is a leading independent corporate finance advisory boutique based in London and focused on the global natural resources and infrastructure sectors.
MFin, CFA, CAIA for Project Finance/M&A job? *non-finance background
I majored in politics abroad (2nd best university) and speak 4 languages. After graduation I did an internship in an investment company (top finance investment company in the country) doing finance project (oil&gas) without any finance knowledge. I self-studied basic accounting and financial...
Renewables EPC position South/North America
Hi everybody, After long time on a PhD program in China, I couldn't stand the student life and academic culture there anymore and asked to leave the program for couple years. I've been offered a position in a international EPC company, mainly focused on solar projects in South and potentially North...
Infra PE Analyst vs. Pension Fund Infra PE Analyst
First time writing at WSO . I've been spectator for some time - finding this website has been the best thing ever happened to me. I'm saying this because now I have few decisions to make! FYI. I have always been interested in infrastructure and project finance. Option 1) Public Finance role at BB...
Project Finance in Japanese Bank?
Anyone has an idea about the career prospect (internal promotion/exit opp) and pay of being a junior analyst in a Japanese bank project finance role (one of Japan's 3 megabanks)? In terms of exit opp (after working there for a year or two), will I be significantly disadvantaged compared with people...
An Direct To An Active Provider Of Bank Instruments!
Hello Sir/Ma, I'm Appavdoo from Indian but presently in UK for work.. i work as financial consultant for my clients, am direct mandate to the provider of bank instruments such as (SBLC/FC BG & LC) We have this instruments for lease/purchases and we can deliver instruments strictly with our terms...
2nd Round Interview for Renewable Energy Analyst - Excel Test
I had a phone interview at a Renewable Energy company for a financial analyst job that is responsible for primarily creating and updating project pro forma spreadsheets, evaluating restructuring and buyout opportunities. The director I interviewed with said that HR would be in contact with me and...
Financing alternatives to a project in Brazil
I am a partner at an investment banking boutique in Brazil. We have a client that is a commodities trading company and it's starting a fertilizers business, but we are having a lot of difficulties in finding a bank or investor willing to finance this project. Does anyone suggest some bank/investor...
Suggested Reading list before project finance internship
Hello Monkeys, I hope all is well. I have a quick favor to ask you all. I am a junior finance major with project finance summer internship lined up for this summer. As I get closer to summer, I am worried I may not be as prepared as I should be with technical knowledge. Could any working...
Project Finance for a government agency
Hi, I was curious if anyone had any insight on what it is like working in a project finance role for a government agency? The position would be working on 3P infrastructure transactions for the most part. How are the exit opps after a role like this? Are you branded as a government or project...
Project Finance interview technical questions
Hi everybody, I gave up on trying to find a PF role, but out of the blue I got an interview with an industry fund next week. They mainly focus on renewable energy power plants, mainly wind and solar. I just wanted to know if anybody with experience in the field could give me any advice about which...
Has anyone heard of Operis?
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Morgan Stanley Lev Fin vs. Project Finance
Hey guys, I got an offer (SA) for Morgan Stanley's Global Capital Markets division, as they separate it from traditional investment banking. It's made up of 5 parts--ECM, DCM , Clients Solutions, Lev Fin and Project Finance. I want to do a great job this summer and try and move into actual IB ,...
Regional Equity Research vs. MM Project Finance
I go to a semi-target in the South. I have an offer outstanding from my SA stint at a decently well-known commercial bank in New York in their IBD with the project finance group. I have been exploring offers and have been invited to a super day at a regional bank for their equity research group. I...
MPA after MBA
Monkeys... Need your advice on whether to go get top MPA (SIPA/HKS/Princeton) after my MBA So I'm on my last year at usc, and my passion is somewhere in infrastructure / project finance or even public finance, due to my background, but I haven't had any success breaking in... I didn't like my...
Follow up while the postings imply not to follow up?
I applied for a couple of jobs approximately 1.5 months ago. Both postings say only qualified candidates will be contacted. I have not heard from them yet and I was wondering should I follow up with HR regarding the application (or ask where can I improve to apply for future opportunities). FYI, I...
Project Finance compensation
Hello monkeys, Quick question that may sound stupid but I'm kind of puzzled. I'm applying to a big bank in Project Finance in the US (New York) and they are asking me my base salary desired. As a european, I'm not used to be asked this question and I don't know the kind of compensation I can expect...
Career Advice - JPM DCM vs Nomura S&T
I'll keep this short and sweet: You want to be an investor as a long-term career, and say you were given these two hypothetical job offers out of college: 1) Nomura High Yield and Distressed desk analyst - somewhat principal strategies like role where you perform fundamental analysis on different...
PwC Infrastructure and Project Finance Advisory
Hi, Does anybody has any info on PwC infrastructure advisory department? How is it regarded by the industry? How difficult would be to move from there to a project finance tema in a bank or PE in the future? I want to end up in project finance and eventually PE or industry, but not sure how it...
Project Finance Interview
Can anyone tell me what kind of technical questions to expect for a Project Finance Interview? Is it exactly like a typical IBD interview or do they ask different questions? It is for a BB , any other tips would be greatly appreciated.
Project Finance - Job Strategy
I have been trying to break into IB since I graduated last year with no luck. I realize though I really want to get into project finance (infrastructure loans) and am considering to focus on credit roles. From what I understand credit risk way to get into the industry. However, I met a Project...
Newbie to Finance Sector
Hello all, I am a guy with diverse interests from Finance, Economics, Statistics & Energy. I'd done MBA (Energy management) specializing in Finance. Green projects Financing is my keen interest and other interests include portfolio valuation, macroeconomics and badminton.
Risk it in Hongkong or Chinese SOE?
Hi everybody, Since 2 years ago I have felt very attracted to project finance and IB in general. I took a class in project finance, and read some books, but I don't have an economics/finance background. I am currently a PhD candidate at a top university in China, and recently got a scholarship to go...
Corporate Finance or Infrastructure Finance?
So I have to choose between two offers, corporate finance in mid-market M&A and Infrastructure Finance, they are both with big 4 accounting firms. Let's say eventually I want to move in IB or PE , which one has a better chance?
Accountant ready for career transition into project finance (Africa infrastructure)
Hi everyone, I am an Accountant in Canada ( a few years audit with Big 4 and a few years industry experience) and after a lot of research, I am committed to starting a career in infrastructure/project finance in Africa (specifically Nigeria). I was wondering if anyone can provide some...
TAS Valuation in Japan to Project Finance in Amsterdam
Hello, To introduce myself, I am a second year Valuation & Business Modeling consultant at a Big 4 firm in Tokyo. I graduated undergrad with a 3.96 from a regional target (my school is somewhat well known but is top ten in the nation for international business majors). I am a pasty white American...
Project Finance - Macquarie vs BNP Paribas
I received two offers from Macquarie and BNP Paribas as an associate in their project finance team. Both teams are cordial and offer similar compensation. Who would you guys pick? Somethings to considered are work/life balance and long-term career growth. Was wondering if both banks offer any perks...
Project Finance - Updated info
Looking to get some updated info on project finance groups (have read several posts, but information seems to contradict at times). First of all, can anyone provide an insightful definition / what exactly bankers do in this group (yes, i know if varies). Also, how would an interview differ from...
Export Credit Agency Group @ Citi
I have a Project Finance background and have worked on both the lending side and financial advisory side. I met with like 6 people at Citi on one single day for an AVP position in the Export Credit Agency Group. I know what exactly ECAs do (i.e. U.S Exim Bank), and I worked with ECAs in a couple...
Trina Solar
good place to work? have an interview for a business analyst position upcoming. in shanghai.
2012 DCM League Tables
Hi all, Below are attached the Global 2012 DCM rankings. If there is interest, I can post similar tables on: ECM , M&A , Loans, Trade Finance, Project Finance. Call your attention to the first chart, you'll see the deep cuts that Citi and UBS have made reflected in their dropoffs from 2011 levels....
project finance vs leverage finance vs M&A - Exit Opps Q. (reloaded)
I have read most of the project finance exit opps threads here and I notice: 1) the lack of response from the WSO community 2) if there is a response, the answer is PE energy/infra funds Because of 1), I want to try again, as there might be other people like me, an explorer in this field. My concern...
Project vs. Corporate Financial Modeling
I'm looking into a position that is based off financial modeling for a project. I'm familiar with corporate financial modeling/valuation, however I'm wondering if someone here has experience in project financial modeling. How does project and corporate financial modeling differ? I've heard that...
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