Job Description:
Job Title: Asset-Backed Finance Associate
Location: Florence, Italy
Industry: Finance, Banking & Insurance
Job Description:
The Asset-Backed Finance Associate in Florence supports the structuring, execution, and management of asset-backed financing transactions within the Finance, Banking & Insurance sector. This role involves analyzing asset portfolios, preparing financial models, and assisting in the origination and monitoring of secured lending deals backed by financial assets.
Key responsibilities include conducting due diligence on collateral assets, evaluating credit quality, and assessing cash flow forecasts to ensure transaction viability. The associate collaborates closely with deal teams, legal advisors, and risk managers to structure financing solutions that optimize risk-adjusted returns.
Strong proficiency in financial analysis, modeling, and understanding of asset-backed securities and secured finance instruments is essential. The role demands attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work effectively under tight deadlines in a dynamic environment.
Effective communication skills are required to prepare reports, present findings, and liaise with internal and external stakeholders. This position offers valuable exposure to structured finance, risk management, and capital markets, providing opportunities to contribute to innovative financing solutions and support business growth strategies.
Job Requirement:
Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, business administration, or a related field. A master’s degree or professional certifications such as CFA, FRM, or CAIA are highly preferred. Prior experience of 2 to 4 years in asset-backed finance, structured finance, credit analysis, or corporate banking within the finance, banking, or insurance industries is required.
Strong understanding of asset-backed securities, secured lending, and credit risk assessment is essential. Candidates should be proficient in financial modeling, cash flow analysis, and valuation techniques used in structured finance transactions. Familiarity with regulatory requirements and market practices related to asset-backed finance is important.
Advanced skills in Excel, financial analysis software, and presentation tools are necessary to prepare detailed reports and support transaction structuring. Analytical thinking, attention to detail, and the ability to interpret complex financial data are critical for assessing asset quality and transaction viability.
Excellent communication skills in both Italian and English are required to liaise effectively with internal teams, clients, legal advisors, and risk managers. Candidates must demonstrate strong organizational abilities, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and work efficiently under tight deadlines.
A proactive approach, integrity, confidentiality, teamwork, and adaptability to a fast-paced environment are vital for success in this role. Commitment to continuous learning and professional development is highly valued.
