Nearwater Capital is a rapidly growing and innovative specialty finance company headquartered in New York City with global operations and client base. Established in 2017, Nearwater has distinguished itself as a leader in delivering thoughtful, solutions-based financing to some of the largest financial institutions and financial services firms in the world.
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We are seeking a London based Vice President (VP) that is dynamic, organized, and a quick learner for the expansion of Nearwater’s Liquid and Capital Markets businesses in Europe.
Role / Job Description :
- You will be a member of a team of Origination and Structuring specialists dedicated to Nearwater’s Liquid and Capital Markets businesses who partner with G-SIBs and SIFIs to provide funding and optimization strategies through specialized financing solutions.
- You will be responsible for providing comprehensive support to the origination team. Responsibilities include preparing and negotiating transaction documents, transaction management for international business portfolio as well as design and streamlining global management workflows and processes.
- Throughout the transaction execution lifecycle, you will co-ordinate with various internal teams (legal, trading, operations) and client teams to advance and close transactions. The goal of the origination team will be to hand over the baton to the trading team once a specific transaction is closed.
- Given the above responsibilities, expertise in financing markets, funding and derivatives is necessary. Knowledge of how swaps, repos and securities lending agreements work as well as banking and broker dealer regulations will be needed. Experience with global capital regulations and basic financial modeling is also helpful.
Duties will include but not be limited to :
New business origination :
Prepare marketing materials and presentations for client meetings with Banks, Hedge Funds, and other financial institutionsParticipate in client dialog to support the Origination and client coverage process.Maintain on-going client dialog for day-to-day transaction managementHelp Origination drive and coordinate the new transaction process from introduction to closing and through ongoing trading including actively driving the client commercial and legal negotiationsCoordinating new transaction setup across various internal teams, such as legal, operations, compliance, trading, finance, and ITHelp with research and new product development (i.e. new markets, asset classes jurisdictions and regulations)On-going business management :
Quantitative models : Build cash flow models for pricing financing structuresManage on-going client relationships and live transactions to ensure smooth performance from inception to maturityEnsuring consistent application of firm policy and adhering to regulatory, financial, and legal obligationsOperating values :
Demonstrating a commitment to excellence and performing to the highest standardsPromoting an environment that supports and reflects the Nearwater brandLearn and interact with Nearwater’s team members, products, and business practicesSkills and Experience :
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of financial instruments (stock loans, repos and derivatives) combined with a passion financial markets.
Ability to work within an international team environment managing stakeholders across London, New York and DublinA pro-active self-starting positive attitudeSolid work ethic and passion to learn and growExcellent organizational skills and attention to detailOutstanding communication and presentation skillsStrong quantitative and technical abilitiesAbility to multi-task and work with numerous colleagues in a fast-paced environment adhering to tight deadlinesAt least 5 years of industry experience in a Structuring, Securities LendingProven Power Point and Excel skillsWhat’s in It for You :
Nearwater offers an attractive market compensation and benefits package. As a creative, intellectual capital firm, Nearwater is proud to be 100% work from office. Working with a small team in a rapidly growing firm provides ample opportunity for professional growth and development, as well as a steep career trajectory.
You will be joining a firm that is well established, but still growing rapidly and you will have the ability to impact the design of developing new business segments.Be exposed to myriad interesting and complex issues surrounding financial structures, international jurisdictions and transactions. Learn firsthand about the execution of your colleague’s responsibilities in Risk, Finance, Operations and Compliance in a way that can only be obtained working in a small firm environment. You will be asked to deep dive into every facet of these transactions, and your insight will be relied upon.Work in a fast paced and intellectually stimulating environment, in which you will learn something new every day.A collaborative working environment where every voice is heard.