Student Analyst in Illiquid Exposures

Job ID: 17724 

If you have a keen interest in Alternatives and Illiquid investments (such as Private Equity, Credit and Real Asset funds) and would like to take part in managing the structural and strategic exposures of the bank’s balance sheet then you should apply for this attractive job.
 
We are looking for a committed, focused and analytical Student Analyst to support the Illiquid Exposures team in Nordea’s Group Treasury.

You will join an experienced yet diverse team, with highly specialised skills in financial markets that is focused on handling market risk mandates, quantitative analyses, alternative investments and the evolving regulatory landscape. This role offers a highly challenging and inspiring environment with fantastic development opportunities.  

About this opportunity
 

Illiquid Exposures in Group Treasury front office is responsible for Nordea Bank’s investment activities in alternative asset-classes such as Private Equity, Credit and Real Assets Funds. In addition, the team is managing a portfolio of seed investments from funding Nordea Asset Management funds, as well as a portfolio of strategic group holdings.

As a Student Analyst, your main responsibility will be to support the team with the quarterly valuation process of fund holdings, benchmark- and performance analyses on the portfolio, and support the development of new tools. You will also be assisting the due diligence of potential new investments and be involved in the closing processes. 

The job will offer you an excellent opportunity to develop your career within one of the most advanced Treasury functions within the Nordic area.

The position is located in Copenhagen.

We estimate ~15-20 working hours per week.

Who you are

We are looking for a candidate who can combine strong analytical skills as well as the ability to take ownership of and drive initiatives.

You have 2-3 years left before finishing your master’s degree in e.g. Economics or Finance, and have achieved top quartile results. 

We also believe that you:

• Are strongly result-orientated, hard-working, flexible, and thrive from a rapid pace.
• Have a keen interest in financial markets and investments.  
• Are knowledgeable about corporate finance and able to evaluate unlisted debt and equity instruments.
• Take ownership of tasks and drive them from the beginning to the end, and can work independently as well as in teams.
• Have a demonstrated ability to handle large amount of information, documents and/or assets
• Thrive on complexity and are keen to develop a broad bank-wide understanding, as the area of responsibilities spans many areas within risk, regulations and accounting standards.

Personally, you are committed and flexible with a strong drive to deliver results. You’re outgoing, open and good at building positive relationships. 

Finally, strong written and verbal skills in English are a requirement.

If this sounds like you, get in touch! 
 

Next steps

Submit your application and CV in English, no later than 07/06/2023. For more information, you’re welcome to contact Head of Illiquid Exposures, Stina Rathsach Andersen, +45 22584455 or stina.rathsach.andersen@nordea.com

At Nordea, we know that an inclusive workplace is a sustainable workplace. We deeply believe that our diverse backgrounds, experiences, characteristics and traits make us better at serving customers and communities. So please come as you are.

Please be aware that any applications or CVs coming through email or direct messages will not be accepted or considered.