Nuveen is the investment management arm of TIAA. It is one of the largest global asset managers with specialist knowledge across a wide array of asset classes, including fixed income, equities and alternatives. Nuveen is driven not only by the independent investment processes across the firm, but also the insights, risk management, analytics and other tools and resources a truly world-class platform provides. As a global asset manager, our mission is to work in partnership with our clients to create outcome-focused solutions to help them secure their financial future.
Overview of the Role:
The Senior Associate role is an important front office resource who will provide vital financial analytics, debt portfolio management, relationship management, transaction sourcing and execution as well as general business support to the Asia Pacific (APAC) Debt business based in Australia.Working closely with the Senior Director and the Head of Debt, the successful candidate will undertake deal screening, financial analytics, the composition of Investment Committee (IC) papers, deal closing and on-going debt portfolio management.The role requires a reliable and motivated self-starter with Commercial Real Estate (CRE) Debt experience in the Australian market.Key responsibilities:
Deal screening and financial modelling of loan investment opportunities, including sensitivity and scenario analysis across risk and returns, due diligence on the underlying projects/assets and market research.Preparation of indicative terms and terms sheet documentation for investment opportunities with Sponsors / Borrowers.Preparation and co-ordination of business line and IC papers seeking approval for new loan investment opportunities.The review of legal documentation on transactions and input to Lender and Borrower negotiations.Coordination and management of deal closings.Debt portfolio management, including relationship management and covenant monitoring.Assistance on third-party capital raising initiatives for the APAC Debt business.Preparation of periodic reporting requirements for the local business and clients.Provision of periodic data for the debt team.Periodic review of procedure manuals for relevance and compliance.Management of various systems across funding, risk and AUM exposures.Management of various third-party consultants for the APAC Debt business.The building of strong real estate debt relationships with other Nuveen Real Estate and TIAA businesses.The maintenance of strong external networks and relationships across the CRE market in Australia and New Zealand.Contributing to the improvement of performance and best practice for the team.Qualifications & Experience Required
Advanced academic standing, preferably in business, accountancy finance, real estate, or legal disciplines.Reasonable work experience within the CRE Debt market in Australia.IT skills - Microsoft Office including advanced Excel, PowerPoint and Word use.Key technical skills required include financial modelling and report writing.Competencies Required
Strong communicator in both verbal and written.Strong organisational and time management skills.An ability to work independently and across business functionality.A desire to outperform and achieve investment performance.A strong sense of 'team' and a focus on client/investor requirements.Strong analytical skills and ability to create and run detailed financial analysis.A risk-based approach with strong problem-solving skills.Additional Information
This role requires no regulatory designation or registration.
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