Transaction Advisory Services Senior - Project Finance and Infrastructure

Job description

Competitive business today is all about making intelligent, informed decisions. As an Associate, you’ll help make that happen. You will be an important part of our diversely talented, highly experienced team and work at the forefront of high-profile transactions. Our team of strategic advisors sits at the heart of a global Infrastructure Advisory network of specialists who deliver high quality advice through each phase of the transaction process.

The opportunity

EYIA advises clients on finance, funding, strategy, procurement and public-private partnerships (PPPs) for large-scale infrastructure projects. Our work spans transportation, public buildings/campuses, renewable power, water and other utilities, communications, and resiliency/flood prevention, and other types of essential infrastructure. EYIA and its professionals are registered with the SEC and MSRB to serve as municipal advisors when we advise state and local government clients. You have the opportunity to develop your career through a broad scope of engagements, mentoring and formal learning. That’s how we develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders, and in so doing, play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities. EYIA and its professionals are registered with the SEC and MSRB to serve as municipal advisors when we advise state and local government clients.

Your key responsibilities

As an Associate within Infrastructure Advisory you are likely to spend your day supporting the team in endeavours, to assist clients in developing programs and to advance much-needed improvements into construction and operations, as effectively and efficiently as possible.

Skills and attributes for success
·  Assist clients in the development and implementation of strategies to advance large-scale infrastructure and other projects.
·  Perform research, financial analysis and modeling.
·  Demonstrate an understanding of capital project/program funding, financing and delivery mechanisms at the local, state and national levels to support analysis of client projects.
·  Provide project and program management assistance to clients and project teams on large projects.
·  Participate in developing strategy, financial, project delivery, business planning, funding, procurement and/or policy analysis and recommendations for clients.
·  Participate in meetings with assigned clients, as well as interested third parties.
·  Contribute to writing and developing key work products, including briefing memoranda, notes, reports, presentations and financial analysis.
·  Assist with market tracking and research, business development, proposal writing and creation of marketing materials.
·  Develop and mentor team members at the staff and intern levels.
To qualify for the role you must have
·  A bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of related work experience; or a graduate degree and at least 1–2 years of related work experience.
·  Proven quantitative analytical capabilities.
·  Outstanding critical thinking skills.
·  Outstanding communication, writing and organizational skills.
·  Intellectually curious with a strong desire to develop professionally in the infrastructure finance and policy sector.
·  Willingness and ability to travel (up to 50%).
Ideally, you’ll also have
·  Outstanding critical thinking skills with the ability to solve unstructured problems.
·  Outstanding communication, writing and organizational skills.
·  Intellectually curious with a strong desire to develop professionally in the infrastructure finance and policy sector.
What we look for

We are looking for candidates who are highly motivated, analytical, logical thinkers with a passion for public-private partnerships (PPPs) for large-scale infrastructure projects. Being a strong team player is critical with the ability to adapt to changing requirements or deadlines in support of our clients goals.

What working at EYIA offers

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, both pension and 401(k) plans, a minimum of 3 weeks of vacation plus 10 observed holidays and up to 3 paid personal days, and a range of programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:.
·  Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most recognized and engaging leaders in the profession;.
·  Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career;.
·  The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you.
About EY

As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we’re using the finance products, expertise and systems we’ve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. And with a commitment to hiring and developing the most passionate people, we’ll make our ambition to be the best employer by 2020 a reality.

If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

Join us in building a better working world. Apply now.

EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.