Infrastructure & Advisory - Analyst

Profile Summary

The Infrastructure & Advisory (I&A) team is seeking an Analyst to join its growing platform in EMEA. The successful candidate will be part of the I&A junior pool, supporting a broad range of financing and financial advisory assignments across the infrastructure sector. The role offers exposure to multiple products and transaction types, including project finance, acquisition financing, M&A advisory, financing advisory and capital raising transactions.

Working closely with senior bankers, Associates and Vice Presidents across the platform, the Analyst will contribute to transaction execution, financial analysis, client engagement and business development activities, while developing a broad and well‑rounded infrastructure banking.

• Support the execution of financing and financial advisory transactions across the Infrastructure & Advisory business.
• Assist on a broad range of transaction types, including project finance, acquisition financing, M&A advisory, financing advisory and capital raising mandates.
• Build and maintain financial models and undertake financial, valuation and quantitative analysis.
• Prepare client presentations, pitchbooks, information memoranda, credit applications and internal committee materials.
• Conduct industry, market, company and transaction research to support client coverage and business development initiatives.
• Support due diligence processes through the review and analysis of financial, commercial, legal and technical information.
• Assist with transaction structuring, documentation, approvals and execution processes.
• Work collaboratively across product, sector and regional teams as part of the Infrastructure & Advisory junior pool.
• Develop an understanding of a wide range of infrastructure financing structures, strategic advisory situations and capital markets solutions.
• Maintain transaction records and ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures.
• Contribute to marketing initiatives, client presentations and strategic analyses.
• Undertake ad hoc analysis and special projects as required.

• 1–3 years’ experience in investment banking, corporate finance, project finance, acquisition finance, M&A, transaction services, consulting or a related financial services environment.
• Strong analytical, financial and problem‑solving capabilities.
• Advanced financial modelling, valuation and financial statement analysis skills.
• Demonstrated interest in infrastructure, energy, utilities, transport, digital infrastructure or related sectors.
• Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills.
• Ability to manage multiple work streams and deliver high‑quality outputs in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working directly with clients, advisers and transaction counter parties.
• Ability to work effectively within a collaborative team environment and support the development of junior colleagues.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification with a strong academic record.

Here are our benefits and working arrangements:

• Competitive starting salary, plus discretionary bonus
• Non‑contributory pension
• 27 days’ annual leave
• Core working hours*
• Hybrid working – office and home based*
• Virtual GP
• Wellbeing benefits, including Mental Health Allies and First Aiders

We embrace flexible ways of working when the role permits. We offer part‑time, job‑sharing and hybrid (office and home) working arrangements. At Mizuho we are committed to supporting equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community that we operate in and from all ethnic backgrounds, sexual orientations, beliefs, gender identities and disabilities. If you require more information about our equal opportunities policy or wish to discuss any accessibility requirements or reasonable adjustments please contact the recruitment team –  and we will be happy to help.