Aviation Associate

The Analyst will support the Aviation Credit team in all aspects of deal underwriting and portfolio management across airline and special situation aviation investment opportunities. The team operates with a flat, lean deal team structure and looks at a wide range of aviation opportunities. This role will come in with an open mind and intellectual curiosity with a strong work ethic.

Major Responsibilities

• Develop and manage complex financial models, including airline valuation, three statement modeling and comparable analyses
• Perform comprehensive and in-depth company and industry research and track current market activity
• Track quarterly earnings for key investments and airlines, including updating internal tracking and escalate any key themes or findings
• Involve in all aspects of deal making, including drafting committee memos, liaising with management and execution / closing matters
• Engage in business development and identifying potential investment themes and idea generation

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in an accredited institution is required
• One to two years of Investment Banking, Capital Markets, Research or Investing experience is highly preferred
• Expert with advanced functions of Excel and building financial models
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to complete assignments in a timely manner with minimal direction
• Strong analytical skills including the ability to read and assess individual and company financial statements, tax returns, cash flow, industry and competitive analysis and projections
• Able to deal with ambiguity, analyze, and create solutions
• Detail oriented, self-motivated, and service-oriented
• Ability to develop good working relationships with internal teams and external advisors
• Team player; willing to perform tasks necessary to achieve common goals
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal