Summary:

The Director, Trading & Valuations will work closely with and report to the Vice President, Trading & Valuations and will be responsible for assisting in the development of analytical tools and models used by the Trading team to make aviation asset investment and disposal decisions. This position requires investment analytical skills, in-depth understanding and experience related to commercial aircraft and engines.

Responsibilities:

Produce and maintain internal financial models as required by the Trading team for a broad range of aviation assets, primarily commercial aircraft, and engines.
Provide ongoing support and feedback for the evolution of template internal pricing models.
Process customer-issued RFPs for the purchase of assets; model the transaction, work with internal teams to complete required tasks, and provide recommendations on pricing and structure.
Translate lease documentation into dynamic financial models using excel, ensuring accurate interpretation of key terms and metrics to support decision making.
Effectively analyze and summarize model outputs to brief senior management and Trading team members with clear, actionable insights.
Track key industry and company metrics, integrating into financial models as appropriate. Analyze trends in the data and highlight findings to senior team members.
Compare the performance of previously executed deals with original analysis. Provide feedback and recommendations based on the findings to be incorporated into future modeling and analysis of deals.
Create, update, and improve reports for the Trading team and senior management.
Prepare analysis, recommendations, and RFPs for asset portfolio sales. Provide internal and external assistance through the RFP process as required.
Liaise with external appraisal firms. Review and analyze the data received, providing feedback and guidance as appropriate to both appraisers and internal teams.
Perform financial analysis related to asset purchases, sales, portfolio management, and other tasks as required by the Trading team and senior management.

Qualifications / Requirements:

2 to 5 years of experience in financial modeling and investment analysis.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel is mandatory.
Fundamental understanding of aviation technical and financial factors is essential.
Experience in aviation leasing, finance, or appraising will be essential.
Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to work well with different levels of management.
Ability to occasionally work outside of normal office hours to accommodate liaising with multiple time zones.

Travel/Misc.:

Attendance at relevant industry conferences is expected, and ad-hoc customer visits may be required.

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Director, Trading & Valuations

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