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Real Estate Finance - Vice President (London (Lon), GB) @ Mizuho International Plc

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<p style="margin:0.0cm;text-align:justify;line-height:114%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Profile Summary</span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;text-align:justify;line-height:114%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> </span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;text-align:justify;line-height:114%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Supports the origination, execution and portfolio management of Real Estate Finance transactions across EMEA. The role is responsible for leading the execution of financing opportunities, managing internal and external stakeholders throughout the transaction lifecycle, and supporting the development of client relationships and business opportunities. Working closely with senior members of the team, the Vice President contributes to the successful delivery of the Real Estate Finance strategy and broader business objectives. </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;text-align:justify;line-height:114%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;text-align:justify;line-height:114%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Duties and Responsibilities</span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;text-align:justify;line-height:114%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> </span></strong></p> <ul> <li style="text-align:justify;line-height:114%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Support the origination and execution of REF transactions across EMEA</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;line-height:114%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Lead the execution of financing opportunities in accordance with Mizuho policies and procedures</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;line-height:114%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Take ownership of preparation of credit applications, transaction approval materials, KYC processes and internal committee submissions</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;line-height:114%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Coordinate transaction due diligence processes, including engagement with legal advisers, valuation providers, technical consultants and other external stakeholders </span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;line-height:114%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Review financing documentation and support transaction structuring, negotiation and execution activities </span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;line-height:114%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Manage internal deal processes and coordinate with relevant stakeholders to ensure timely progression of transactions </span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;line-height:114%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Support ongoing management and monitoring of the REF portfolio in line with internal risk management policies</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;line-height:114%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Develop and maintain relationships with clients, sponsors, financial institutions and other market participants</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;line-height:114%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Work closely with syndications and other product teams to support successful execution of the REF strategy</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;line-height:114%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Maintain oversight of the transaction pipeline and provide timely updates to senior management </span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;line-height:114%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Monitor market trends, regulatory developments and industry activity to support business development initiatives and client engagement </span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;line-height:114%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Support senior members of the team in strategic projects and broader business development activities </span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 18.0pt;text-align:justify;line-height:114%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;text-align:justify;line-height:114%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Qualifications, Skills, and Experience </span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;text-align:justify;line-height:114%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <ul> <li style="text-align:justify;line-height:114%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">5+ years’ experience in commercial real estate finance</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;line-height:114%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> Strong transaction execution experience across REF transactions, including credit analysis, due diligence, documentation review and internal approval processes</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;line-height:114%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Strong financial modelling, cashflow analysis and quantitative skills </span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;line-height:114%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Understanding of international real estate debt markets, syndicated loan markets and commercial real estate financing structures </span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;line-height:114%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Experience managing multiple transactions and workstreams simultaneously</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;line-height:114%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;line-height:114%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Ability to manage internal and external stakeholders effectively and build strong working relationships</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;line-height:114%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Strong verbal and written communication skills, including preparation of high-quality credit papers, committee materials and client presentation materials</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;line-height:114%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Commercial mindset with ability to identify opportunities and support business growth</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;line-height:114%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">High level of computer literacy and ability to analyse and present data effectively </span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;line-height:114%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Collaborative approach and ability to contribute positively to team development and performance</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;line-height:114%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification </span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">What Mizuho can offer you</span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> </span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Here at Mizuho, there are fantastic progression opportunities and clear paths to promotion. We will give you ample opportunity to affect change and to help grow our business.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">In addition to the great opportunity outlined above we are also currently able to offer:</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <ul> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Competitive starting salary, plus discretionary bonus </span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Non-contributory pension</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">27 days’ annual leave</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Core working hours*</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Hybrid working - office and home based*</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Virtual GP</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Wellbeing benefits, including Mental Health Allies and First Aiders</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black;background-color:white">*<em>For applicable roles only</em></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><em><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;background-color:white"> </span></em></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">At Mizuho, we embrace flexible ways of working when the role permits. We offer different working arrangements like part-time, job-sharing and hybrid (office and home) working. Our purpose-led culture and global infrastructure help us connect, collaborate, and work together in agile ways to meet all our business needs.</span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> </span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">At Mizuho we are committed to supporting equality, diversity and equality, and seek to create a workplace that is fully inclusive. We welcome applications from all sections of the community that we operate in and from all ethnic backgrounds, sexual orientation, beliefs, gender identities and disabilities</span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> </span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">If you require more information about our equal opportunities policy or wish to discuss any accessibility requirements or reasonable adjustments please contact the recruitment team – [email protected] and we will be happy to help.</span></strong></p>

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