Investment & Corporate Banking – Securitization, Director

About the Role

Mizuho is hiring for a Director position on its New York-based Securitization team, focusing on esoteric asset-backed securitizations. The team is responsible for the origination, execution, and management of Mizuho’s bank-funded securitizations, working in partnership with Mizuho’s industry and relationship coverage teams, as well as the broader Securitized Products business.

Responsibilities

• Originate, syndicate, and execute warehouse securitization transactions for esoteric assets.
• Generate pitch ideas, prepare pitch books, and join senior staff in meetings with existing and prospective customers.
• Negotiate term sheets and transaction documentation with new and existing customers.
• Prepare credit and ratings applications and negotiate internal approvals.
• Process amendments, waivers, credit and ratings renewals, and review reports of new and existing transactions.
• Develop models and perform credit and collateral analysis on esoteric assets, including aircraft, container, digital infrastructure, whole business, and IP/royalties.
• Perform market research and due diligence on existing and prospective customers and collateral pools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• At least 7 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience with term ABS and/or bank/conduit securitization structures.
• In-depth understanding of the securitization market, multiple asset classes, and types of structures.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Advanced transaction modeling skills.
• Analytical and detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment with varying priorities to meet internal and external deadlines.
• Self-motivated and proactive.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Experience dealing with rating agencies, due diligence, risk weight and other regulatory reporting, and credit/underwriting processes.
• Series 79 & 63 licenses.

Pay

The expected base salary ranges from $300K to $325K. Salary offers are based on relevant skills, training, experience, education, certifications, licenses, market factors, and organizational considerations. Successful candidates are also eligible for a discretionary bonus.

Benefits

In addition to salary, this role includes a generous employee benefits package.