Analyst- Infrastructure Finance

Our purpose – Opening up a world of opportunity – explains why we exist. Here at HSBC we use our unique expertise, capabilities, breadth and perspectives to open up new kinds of opportunity for our more than 40 million customers. We’re bringing together the people, ideas and capital that nurture progress and growth, helping to create a better world – for our customers, our people, our investors, our communities and the planet we all share.

HSBC’s Infrastructure Finance team, part of Global Corporate and Institutional Banking, provides a full suite of services to corporates, financial sponsors, financial institutions, and governments in several sectors, including Infrastructure, Power & Utilities, Renewables, Transportation, Logistics, Support Services, and Digital/Telecommunication infrastructure. The team provides a single point for clients to access advice on financing, capital structuring and debt capital markets, as well as the associated execution of mandates.

We are currently seeking a high calibre professional to join our team as an Analyst - Infrastructure Finance.

 In this role you will:

• Support the team in delivering business targets by assisting with the origination and execution of transactions.
• Perform financial modelling and conduct financial and credit analysis on transactions and related opportunities.
• Produce sector and market research and summaries for clients and internal stakeholders, and prepare marketing materials.
• Support internal approval processes by preparing business and credit papers as part of capital allocation and credit processes.
• Engage with internal—and, where relevant, external—stakeholders throughout transaction origination and execution.
• Work closely with internal functions (e.g., Credit, Compliance) and product partners to maximise product penetration.
• Develop a strong understanding of HSBC’s policy and process requirements.
• Collaborate openly and effectively within the team and across the bank, particularly with Product and Relationship Management partners.
• Demonstrate an appropriate balance of proactiveness and seeking guidance for day-to-day work.
• Understand and ensure compliance with all relevant internal and external rules, regulations, and procedures, with a focus on Global Standards (including Conduct, AML, and Sanctions) applicable to the jobholder’s business area.

To be successful you will need:

• 2–3 years’ experience in debt advisory, structured finance, project finance, ratings advisory, and/or other lending products, alongside a strong understanding of financial markets.
• A bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field; a master’s degree or professional qualification (e.g., CFA, MBA) is desirable.
• Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills, including proficiency in financial modelling (operating models, accounting, debt facilities, credit metrics, and valuation analysis).
• High levels of motivation and a strong work ethic, underpinned by interest in and passion for the sector.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and market data services (e.g., Bloomberg, FactSet, Factiva, Datastream).
• Strong financial modelling skills, including cashflow modelling; VBA skills are an advantage.
• Ability to model a broad range of debt products (e.g., term loans, RCFs, bonds, inflation-linked debt, and derivatives).
• Strong understanding of core credit analysis (e.g., financial covenants, rating agency methodologies, and credit metrics) and ability to model valuation metrics (e.g., IRR, FCFE, DCF, and comparables).
• Strong understanding of financial markets, including HSBC Group and product capabilities.
• General knowledge of the APAC market, including key players, trends, and the regulatory landscape.
• Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to multitask, manage time effectively, and communicate complex information clearly and succinctly.
• Ability to review, understand, and summarise due diligence (e.g., commercial, environmental, insurance) and the underlying legal documentation for loan facilities.
• Understanding of security principles, with the ability to support negotiation and development of appropriate financial structures across sectors.