Senior Analyst - Project Finance & Infrastructure

About Scope With more than 250 employees operating from offices in Berlin, Frankfurt, London, Madrid, Milan, Oslo and Paris, Scope Group is the leading European provider of independent credit ratings, ESG and fund analysis. Based on forward-looking and innovative methodologies, Scope offers a European perspective that contributes to greater diversity of opinion for institutional investors worldwide. Scope Ratings is the largest European credit rating agency, registered in accordance with EU and UK rating agency regulation, offering opinion-driven and non-mechanistic credit risk analysis. Scope ESG Analysis provides tools for analysing and reporting on ESG impact and risk, as well as second-party opinions on green, social and sustainable bonds. Scope Fund Analysis rates more than 10,000 funds and asset managers across all major asset classes. 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. 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

Compensation Range: The compensation range disclosed may encompass multiple title levels (Scope internal levels of seniority). Your actual compensation will depend on a variety of factors, including but not limited to your individual experience, education, and seniority, and the final salary will be determined during the interview and evaluation process. Pay Range: Bonus: Contractual OR Discretionary Benefits: Scope offers an extensive range of benefits, please check our benefits page for more details. Senior Analyst - Project Finance EUR 72,000 94,000