Summary
Scope is on the lookout for a dynamic and results-driven Project Finance Analyst to join our EU Project Finance & Infrastructure Credit Rating team. This is an exciting opportunity to actively contribute to the growth of the burgeoning infrastructure and project finance asset class. You will leverage Scope’s proprietary rating methodology and extensive industry expertise to make a tangible impact.

Summary
Scope is on the lookout for a dynamic and results-driven Project Finance Analyst to join our EU Project Finance & Infrastructure Credit Rating team. This is an exciting opportunity to actively contribute to the growth of the burgeoning infrastructure and project finance asset class. You will leverage Scope’s proprietary rating methodology and extensive industry expertise to make a tangible impact.
We are committed to nurturing talent and ensuring our team members have the resources and support to succeed. Our inclusive culture celebrates diverse perspectives and encourages continuous learning.
Join us at Scope, where your work is impactful, your growth is prioritized, and your contributions shape the future of finance.
Scope is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Duties & Responsibilities

Acts as lead credit analyst in infrastructure and project finance transactions, with focus on capital market vehicles
Performs analysis both at the equity and the debt level
Analysis involves quantitative and qualitative aspects and may require visiting project sites around Europe
Studies project contracts and documentation
Modifies and run the cash-flow models of projects in order to incorporate the relevant rating stresses and obtain the loss of the rated instruments under different event outcomes
Produces opinionated rating reports and sector research, demonstrating Scope’s fundamental understanding of credit risk in the context of infrastructure and project finance and its trends
Participates in rating committees as lead analyst or independent member

Professional & Personal Qualifications

4 years of experience in a large rating agency, a bank, a structuring advisory or an investment fund, with a clear focus on project finance
Bachelor's or master's degree in finance, banking, economics, statistics, mathematics, or equivalent qualification
Strong education in finance
In-depth knowledge of and relevant experience in at least one infrastructure and project finance sector
Familiarity with the diverse types of funding options in project or asset finance such as term loans, project bonds, revolving facilities
Understanding of the basic credit risk factors in project finance and ability to generate robust rating rationale
Understanding of the basic relevant legal issues in project finance
Highly analytical, with an edge for fundamental and quantitative analysis
Confident and professional appearance and high social and communication skills
Accountable and reliable person of highest integrity
Willingness to take responsibility with an entrepreneurial attitude
Fluency in at least a major European language (German and / or French preferred) in addition to English

Interested?
If this sounds like a journey for you, we look forward to learning more from your convincing application. Please note: For non-EU applicants, a valid work and residence permit is a prerequisite for this job position. Unfortunately, we are unable to sponsor relocation from outside of the EU at this time.
What We Want To See

Current CV
Copy of your university degrees and certificates
Criminal record certificate (can be provided at a later date)
At least 3 letters of reference (can be provided at a later date)

About Scope Ratings
Scope Ratings GmbH is part of the Scope Group with headquarters in Berlin and offices in Frankfurt, London, Madrid, Milan, Oslo and Paris. As the leading European credit rating agency, the company specialises in the analysis and ratings of financial institutions, corporates, structured finance, project finance and public finance. Scope Ratings’ credit risk analysis is opinion-driven, forward-looking and non-mechanistic, an approach that adds to a greater diversity of opinion for institutional investors. Scope Ratings is a credit rating agency registered in accordance with the EU rating regulation and operating in the European Union with ECAI status.
At Scope Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with respect and fairness. We embrace people from all backgrounds, regardless of culture, ethnicity and gender. We ensure that our application processes are free from discrimination. By valuing each individual's unique background and perspectives, we strive to create an environment where all employees can thrive and contribute their best. Our dedication to equality and inclusivity reflects our belief that diversity drives innovation and success.

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