Associate or Analyst, Corporate Banking

Royal Bank of Canada • Toronto, ON

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The candidate will assist members of the Canadian Power and Utilities Corporate Banking team in the origination, structuring, execution, administration, and portfolio management of credit facilities to RBC Capital Markets’ power and utilities clients across Canada. The candidate will work on financings across the sector, including but not limited to energy transition (wind, solar farms, battery storage), utilities (regulated electric, gas and water utilities along with district energy) and energy infrastructure.
Corporate Banking plays a key role in the realization of RBC Capital Markets’ objectives through the structuring, syndication and management of bank debt for a targeted customer base in the power and utilities sector. In addition, Corporate Banking reinforces existing non-lending business through initiating, coordinating and cross-selling a full suite of products and capabilities alongside our partners in Global Investment Banking. Through this effort, Corporate Banking is focused on achieving maximum product penetration across all RBC Capital Markets’ products, maximizing lead managed transactions and market rankings in key products, and maximizing RBC’s share of the client’s wallet.
Please note: This role can be at an Analyst or an Associate level, depending on the incumbent's background and skillset.

Requirements

• 2-4 years work experience in a related field, including corporate lending, finance and/or risk management.
• Strong academic credentials including completion of Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering or a related field.
• Advanced financial modeling abilities, as well as superior written and presentation skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Power Point.
• Highly motivated self-starter with keen attention to detail and strong interest in corporate lending and the power and utilities sector.
• Strong analytical skills including the ability to critically assess financial statements; financial modeling and other client reports to draw reasonable conclusions and make suitable recommendations.
• Ability to perform well under pressure, meet time sensitive deadlines, adapt to changing circumstances, prioritizes work and multi-task responsibilities while working for multiple people.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to maintain relationships at all levels within and outside of the organization.
• Ability to commit to over and above regular work hours as required.

Nice To Haves

• Project finance specific experience would be an asset.
• MBA and/or CPA, CFA professional designation (completed or near completion) would be an asset but is not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of internal credit submissions (i.e. company, industry and financial analysis and modeling) and other documentation related to the transaction approval process.
• Work in a team environment with RBC Capital Markets partners including investment banking, loan syndications, debt and equity capital markets, loan agency, risk management, portfolio management etc.
• Assist with internal credit administration, including monitoring the team’s loan portfolio performance and market/industry conditions.
• Create, maintain and update pitch decks, internal presentation materials, spreadsheets and databases.
• Assist with corporate banking coverage for identified clients.

Benefits

• We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper.
• We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.
• At RBC, you will have opportunities to:
• Interact with leaders who support your development through coaching and managing
• Make a difference and lasting impact through meaningful work
• Work in a dynamic, diverse, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• Participate in a world-class training program in financial services
• Complete challenging work
• Build close relationships with clients

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level