Analyst, Project Infrastructure Finance

**Experience Level**: Experienced Hire

**Categories**:

- Credit Analysis & Research

**Location(s)**:

- 71 Robinson Road, Units #05-01/02, Singapore, 68895, SG

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**The Role / Responsibilities**:
**The Role**:
The lead analyst will be responsible for managing a portfolio of South and South East Asia (SSEA)-based issuers rated by Moody's. The role involves conducting high quality quantitative and qualitative analysis to assess the credit quality of a range of entities and debt instruments, including rated projects and corporates in the infrastructure and power/utilities sectors within SSEA. The individual will demonstrate in-depth knowledge of the operating environment and sectors, and conduct ongoing monitoring to support rating accuracy. The individual will manage both internal and external relationships, including at senior levels, and write comprehensive, insightful, and thought-provoking research on individual companies, projects, and broader sectoral themes, including ESG-related aspects. The role requires frequent interaction with investors, intermediaries, and issuers, and managing assigned relationships, hence an ability to confidently interact with external parties is a prerequisite. The analyst's activities will also include outreach initiatives on a broader regional basis.

**Responsibilities and Desired Skills/Experience**:
**Quantitative and Qualitative Analysis**:

- The lead analyst will be responsible for ongoing monitoring of rated entities to ensure rating accuracy, managing a portfolio of utilities, infrastructure, and project finance companies in SSEA.
- This role demands strong analytical and problem-solving skills, along with a comprehensive understanding of financial statements and business operations, to conduct both quantitative and qualitative analysis assessing the credit quality of different entities and debt instruments.
- The analyst will conduct credit analysis, encompassing the analysis of data, the development of financial forecasts, the review of transaction documents, and the assessment of credit quality.
- In addition to leading effective presentation of credit in rating committees, credit estimate discussions, and other analytical meetings, the individual will also provide a knowledgeable perspective to other analysts throughout the credit process.

**Research**:

- The lead analyst is expected to generate clear, insightful and thought-provoking research reports on individual companies and industry sectors.
- The role also involves creating compelling company-specific and sector-related research, which includes credit reports, sector comments, infographics, and industry outlooks. Balancing these research and outreach responsibilities with daily transaction and surveillance activity is a critical part of the job.
- The responsibilities also include conducting detailed research on broader sectoral themes, especially those related to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors. The analyst must exhibit excellent research skills, a keen eye for detail, and a thorough understanding of the relevant sectors and ESG issues.

**Outreach**:

- The role entails frequent interaction with investors, intermediaries, issuers, and senior utility and infrastructure executives. Broad existing contacts in this area will be advantageous. The analyst is expected to confidently and effectively communicate with these external parties, manage relationships with both internal and external stakeholders at senior levels, and handle sensitive information with discretion.
- The analyst is expected to confidently engage in, and deliver insightful presentations at, various conferences, industry events, and key stakeholder meetings. This active participation will enhance the visibility and leadership of Moody’s franchise throughout the region.
- Managing issuer relationships at a very senior level is a critical aspect of the role, demanding exceptional interpersonal skills, professionalism, and the ability to handle situations with tact and diplomacy.

**Leadership and collaboration**:

- The analyst is expected to take an active role in strategic projects that bolster team effectiveness and success across the region.
- The individual should be adept at forging constructive working relationships and consensus with wider diverse team members spread across various locations. Furthermore, the analyst should be able to collaborate seamlessly and collegially with other team members and analytical teams within Moody's.
- The analyst is expected to tap resources and knowledge resident in other team members to proactively and creatively problem-solve complex analytical challenges while