FIG Banker Associate - Public Sector

Excited to grow your career? BBVA is a global company with more than 160 years of history that operates in more than 25 countries where we serve more than 80 million customers. We are more than 121,000 professionals working in multidisciplinary teams with profiles as diverse as financiers, legal experts, data scientists, developers, engineers and designers. About the job: Overview We are seeking an associate and Investment Banker to join our Global Institutional Business in USA. The successful candidate will mainly support the Public sector team in Latam in managing and expanding relationships with FIG clients, including sovereigns, state-owned enterprises, multilateral agencies and banks across the LATAM region. Previous experience in working in a Multilateral is a plus. The role requires a deep understanding of the unique financial needs of public institutions, as well as a strong ability to deliver tailored banking solutions. Key Responsibilities Business Development Identify new business opportunities within the LATAM public sector by understanding client needs and offering customized solutions across corporate banking products (e.g., loans, treasury services, trade finance, capital markets, debt issuance). Client interaction Design pitchbooks and assist in the structuring of transactions. Regular contact with clients. Cross-functional Collaboration Work closely with internal teams, including Credit Risk, Treasury, Legal, and Capital Markets, to structure transactions and manage the credit approval process. Collaborate with product teams to deliver comprehensive banking solutions. Market Analysis Conduct thorough market research and analysis to stay informed of economic trends, regulatory developments, and geopolitical factors impacting the LATAM public sector. Be able to provide new ideas to pitch to clients based on this market research. Risk Management Help in the elaboration of risk reports to present it to Management Leadership and Mentoring Provide guidance and mentorship to analysts. Foster a collaborative, high-performance team environment. Qualifications Bachelors degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree is preferred. Precious experience working in a Multilateral is a plus 3 years of corporate banking experience, with a focus on the public sector, and/or LATAM markets. Proven track record of working with sovereign and quasi-sovereign entities. Strong understanding of financial markets, public sector financing needs, and regulatory environments in Latin America. Experience in structuring and executing complex transactions, including project finance, syndicated loans, and capital markets offerings. Exceptional analytical and financial modeling skills. Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills. Fluent in English and Spanish; Portuguese is a plus. Other Requirements: Ability to travel frequently across the LATAM region. A client-centric approach, with a focus on delivering value-added solutions to public sector clients. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. With respect to this position in our New York Office, the expected base salary ranges from $100,000 to $125,000. It is not typical for offers to be made at or near the top of the range. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus. *Employment eligibility to work with BBVA in the U.S. is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions Legal requirements It is not typical for offers to be made at or near the top of the range. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus. Pay Transparency Policy Statement The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. 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