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OVERVIEW OF THE DEPARTMENT/SECTION

The Securitised Products and SCF Group is the product office for Fund Finance in EMEA, with a dedicated Fund Finance team within the Group. MUFG is a prominent lender in the Fund Finance market with teams based in NY, Los Angles, Sydney, Singapore and London. Fund Finance is a key growth strategy in EMEA.

NUMBER OF DIRECT REPORTS

None

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

MUFG Bank responsibilities:

Leading the structuring and execution of Fund Finance – Subscription Facility/Capital Call transactions for MUFG in EMEA. Support the origination of new Subscription Facility/Capital Call transactions with the Head of Fund Finance & Product Development

Support team members in the development of NAV facilities and other asset level financing as required

MUFG Securities responsibilities (as required):

Support team members in the development of NAV facilities and other asset level financing

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

MUFG Bank

• Lead the structuring and execution of Fund Finance Subscription Facilities (capital call) transactions for MUFG in EMEA including reviewing and negotiating of facility and fund documentation and liaising with the client, external and internal counterparties.

• Self-confident and ability to deal directly with Financial Sponsors, Asset Managers and Fund / Lender legal counsel

• Analyse and produce structural risk memoranda and reports including transaction modelling and rating in accordance with market standards and MUFG’s internal procedures/methodologies.

• The origination activities will be co-ordinated with the FIG Sponsor Coverage team and the Head of Fund Finance & Product Development and the structuring /execution co-ordinated with the Head of Structuring, SP&SCF (if required).

• Identify Subscription Facility opportunities from the MUFG client base and contribute to the regular marketing plan in conjunction with the FIG Sponsor Coverage team and Head of Fund Finance & Product Development.

• Manage day to day client or counterparty interactions at a counterparty level to relay specific information and respond to routine queries ensuring a high level of customer service.

• Act as the first point of contact for legal, technical and client related documentation issues, liaising with other stakeholders to seek resolution and / or escalating as required.

• As lead structurer manage the deal team, allocate activities and provide coaching and guidance as required.

• Identify and understand client needs in order to develop product solutions. Support new product developments in Fund Finance such as Net Asset Value (NAV) facilities in conjunction with Sponsor Coverage / Structured Solutions team

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure appropriate engagement and support to develop, secure and maximise product and deal opportunities.

• Support the origination of SP&SCF products with Financial Sponsor clients

• Assist with the development of knowledge of the Subscription Facility/Fund Finance product with SP&SCF team members and other MUFG staff.

• Maintain and develop knowledge base of regulatory issues relating to Subscription Facilities/Fund Finance and developments in the Fund Finance market.

• Build relationships throughout MUFG to establish a peer network, gather relevant information and help to ensure effective inter-departmental collaboration.

• Provide guidance and review work of more junior colleagues to ensure accuracy and timeliness.

MUFG Securities (as required)

• Support team members in the development of NAV facilities and other asset level financing

Work in partnership with other parts of MUFG to deliver franchise and business growth.

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 3-5 year track record of drafting, structuring and executing Subscription Facility/Capital Call transactions in EMEA

• Experience of Subscription Facility /Capital Call transactions

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Functional / Technical Competencies:

• Legal Fund Finance experience desirable (3-5 years PQE)

• Proven experience and interest working across Funds Finance, and a range of facilities

• Commercial acumen and negotiation skills

• Interpersonal and networking skills and the ability to work in a diverse team environment

• Knowledge and skill working with Microsoft PowerPoint and Microsoft Excel.

• Fluency in German or French (and other European languages) desirable but not essential

• Degree level educated or equivalent

PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Excellent communication skills

• Results driven, with a strong sense of accountability

• A proactive, motivated approach.

• The ability to operate with urgency and prioritise work accordingly

• Strong decision-making skills, the ability to demonstrate sound judgement

• A structured and logical approach to work

• Strong problem-solving skills

• A creative and innovative approach to work

• Excellent interpersonal skills

• The ability to manage large workloads and tight deadlines

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy

• A calm approach, with the ability to perform well in a pressurised environment

• Strong numerical skills

• Excellent Microsoft Office skills

We are open to considering flexible working requests in line with organisational requirements.

MUFG is committed to embracing diversity and building an inclusive culture where all employees are valued, respected and their opinions count. We support the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion in recruitment and employment, and oppose all forms of discrimination on the grounds of age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy and maternity, race, gender reassignment, religion or belief and marriage or civil partnership.

We make our recruitment decisions in a non-discriminatory manner in accordance with our commitment to identifying the right skills for the right role and our obligations under the law.

At MUFG, our colleagues are our greatest assets. Our Culture Principles provide a roadmap for how each of our colleagues must think and act to become more client-obsessed, inclusive and innovative. They reflect who we are, who we want to be and what we expect from one another. We are excited to see you take the next step in exploring a career with us and encourage you to spend more time reviewing them!

Our Culture Principles

• Client Centric

• People Focused

• Listen Up. Speak Up.

• Innovate & Simplify

• Own & Execute