Job description

 Our purpose – Opening up a world of opportunity – explains why we exist. Here at HSBC we use our unique expertise, capabilities, breadth and perspectives to open up new kinds of opportunity for our more than 40 million customers. We’re bringing together the people, ideas and capital that nurture progress and growth, helping to create a better world – for our customers, our people, our investors, our communities and the planet we all share.

HSBC’s Infrastructure Finance team, part of Global Corporate and Institutional Banking, provides a full suite of services to corporates, financial sponsors, financial institutions, and governments in several sectors, including Infrastructure, Power & Utilities, Renewables, Transportation, Logistics, Support Services, and Digital/Telecommunication infrastructure. The team provides a single point for clients to access advice on financing, capital structuring and debt capital markets, as well as the associated execution of mandates.
We are seeking a proactive and highly skilled professional to join our HSBC Infrastructure Finance team as a Director for the Americas, based in New York. You will be a key member of the team, responsible for the origination and execution of financing transactions for HSBC’s infrastructure client base. The successful applicant will provide support across a range of financing transactions in the afore mentioned sectors across the Americas. Ideal candidates should be team players, highly motivated, and passionate about the sector. Strong communicators skills are essential, as you will be interacting with internal and external stakeholders, including consultants, legal counsel, ratings agencies, and other market participants.

As our Director, Infrastucture Finance you will:

  • Develop a deep understanding of applicable sectors and products, providing coverage and execution services to HSBC’s infrastructure clients
  • Originate and lead strategic deals, demonstrating quality thought leadership
  • Oversee and assist in the preparation and negotiation of key financial and project-related documents, including internal documents like credit memos
  • Lead the creation of marketing materials such as pitch books, proposals, teaser documents, and information memoranda
  • Conduct thorough industry and company-specific research
  • Provide leadership and mentorship to junior colleagues
  • Coordinate and collaborate with other internal stakeholders and business units across regions within the bank
  • Contribute to the execution of the group’s overall business plan

For this role, HSBC targets a pay range of $275,000.

The final fixed pay offer will depend on the candidate and a number of variables, including but not limited to, role responsibilities, skill set, depth of experience and education, licensing/certification requirements, internal relativity, and specific work location.

At HSBC, our overall goal is to provide a competitive Total Reward Package, with an appropriate mix of fixed pay, and variable pay, as part of an employee’s overall total compensation and benefits. Variable pay generally takes the form of discretionary, annual awards (sometimes referred to as a “bonus”). Additionally, HSBC offers a wide range of competitive and flexible benefits designed to help you improve your health and well-being, finances, and lifestyle.

Requirements

You´ll likely have the following qualifications to succeed in this role:

  • Tertiary qualification from a reputable university, preferably in a relevant discipline. A post-graduate degree or CFA is an advantage
  • Strong deal execution experience in the global Infrastructure/Project Finance market, ideally with at least 10 years of experience
  • Proven track record in leading domestic and cross-border infrastructure advisory and financing transactions
  • In-depth understanding of financial markets, including credit analysis, rating methodologies, and credit metrics
  • Excellent quantitative and qualitative analytical skills, with a strong commercial orientation across various debt products, including loans, bonds, and derivatives
  • Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to multitask effectively
  • Ability to digest and communicate complex information in a clear and concise manner to both internal and external stakeholders
  • Active FINRA Series 7, 63, and 79 required. A 120-day contingency period may be granted to obtain the necessary licenses, at the manager’s discretion

In compliance with applicable laws, HSBC is committed to employing only those who are authorized to work in the U.S. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. as HSBC will not engage in immigration sponsorship for this position.

As an HSBC employee, you will have access to tailored professional development opportunities to ensure you have the right skills for today and tomorrow. We offer a competitive pay and benefits package including a robust Wellness Hub, all in a welcoming, diverse and inclusive work environment. You will be empowered to drive HSBC’s engagement with the communities we serve through an industry-leading volunteerism policy, a generous matching gift program, and a comprehensive program of immersive Sustainability and Climate Change Initiatives. You’ll want to join our Employee Resource Groups as they play a central part in life at HSBC, including the development of our employees and networking inside and outside of HSBC. We value difference. We succeed together. We take responsibility. We get it done. And we want you to help us build the bank of the future!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, race, national origin, ethnicity, disability or medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran service, religion, creed, sex, gender, pregnancy, childbirth, caregiver status, marital status, citizenship or immigration status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other trait protected by applicable law.