Corporate Banking Associate - Power, Energy and Commodity Traders (UK Natural Resources)

Citi is looking for a Corporate Banking Associate or Senior Associate to join its Power, Energy and Commodity Traders team within UK Natural Resources, where you will deliver bespoke capital structure expertise and corporate finance advice to a high-profile global client base. In this role, you will work alongside Senior Bankers to originate and execute strategic financing transactions across Citi's full product platform, including Capital Markets, Markets, and Treasury & Trade Solutions. This is an opportunity to build deep sector expertise in one of the most dynamic industries in global finance, with direct client engagement at CFO and Treasury level across the EMEA region. Responsibilities Advise Energy, Power and Commodity Trading clients on capital structure, financing strategy, and corporate finance solutions, acting as a trusted partner at the CFO and Treasury level. Lead the origination and execution of episodic and strategic financing transactions as an active member of deal teams across the EMEA region. Develop targeted client pitch materials and financial analyses by evaluating public filings, research reports, business plans, and financial forecasts to support transaction execution and business development. Conduct credit analysis and risk assessment of existing and prospective relationships, including periodic review of financial performance, liquidity position, peer benchmarking, and financial projections. Collaborate closely with product partners across Capital Markets, Commodities, Derivatives, Trade Finance, and Lending to identify cross-sell opportunities and deepen product penetration across the portfolio. Monitor market and industry trends in the Energy, Power and Commodity Trading sector to deliver market-leading content and position Citi as a specialist adviser to clients. Mentor and support junior team members, building their technical capability and client management skills to strengthen overall team performance. Required

& Skills Demonstrated experience in a corporate banking, financing, debt advisory, or capital markets and investment banking environment. Sector experience in Energy, Power and Commodity Trading, with the ability to engage credibly with clients as an industry specialist. Credit analysis capability with a track record of executing episodic financing transactions and assessing counterparty risk. Corporate finance acumen, including a sound understanding of capital structure drivers and the ability to develop and evaluate financial models, projections, and sensitivity analyses. Quantitative, accounting, and financial modelling skills applied to the evaluation of complex transactions and client situations. Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex financial analysis into compelling client materials. Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience in a relevant field. Beneficial Skills & Qualifications Experience in Reserve Based Lending, project finance, or other structured lending products within the energy or natural resources sector. Familiarity with legal documentation including Loan Agreements and ISDA Master Agreements. Postgraduate qualification such as an MBA or Master's degree in Business, Finance, or a related discipline. Established internal and external networks across product, risk, and regional banking teams within a global financial institution. What We Offer Joining Citi's Power, Energy and Commodity Traders team means becoming part of a high-performing group with a strong sector focus and a global client reach. You will gain exposure to market-leading transactions, work alongside experienced Senior Bankers, and build the expertise and relationships that define a long-term career in corporate and investment banking. Direct access to a senior client portfolio with meaningful engagement at CFO and Treasury level from day one, accelerating your development as a trusted sector specialist. Broad cross-product exposure across Capital Markets, Derivatives, Trade Finance, and Corporate Finance, giving you a comprehensive view of how Citi's platform serves global clients. A hybrid working model with 3 days in the office and 2 days working remotely, providing flexibility alongside strong team collaboration. Ongoing learning and professional development through active deal participation, mentorship from Senior Bankers, and access to Citi's global banking network. The opportunity to develop deep sector expertise in the Energy, Power and Commodity Trading industry, positioning you as a specialist within one of the most active areas of global corporate finance. A performance-driven environment with clear career progression, where your contribution to client outcomes and transaction execution directly shapes your professional trajectory. Competitive financial wellbeing and benefits package, complemented by Citi's commitment to work-life balance and employee wellbeing. Apply now to bring your corporate banking and sector expertise to Citi's Energy, Power and Commodity Trading team — and help shape the financial strategies of some of the world's most significant clients. “Candidates applying for this role must be aware that it is a Certified Role, subject to the FCA and PRA Certification Regime. The Certification Regime is one element of the Individual Accountability Regime which came into effect on 7 March 2016. Under the Certification Regime, Citi UK regulated entities (Citi entities) must ensure that employees working in certain roles categorised as specified significant harm functions (Certified Roles) are assessed as fit and proper to carry out their role. Under the guidance provided by the FCA and PRA, firms should have regard to the following when assessing fitness and propriety: • Honesty, integrity and reputation • Financial soundness • Competence and capability In order to comply with the requirements of the Certification Regime, Citi entities must take reasonable care to ensure that an employee does not perform a Certified Role without first being certified as Fit and Proper. For this reason, you will be assessed for this role against the Fit and Proper requirements, as described above. This assessment will be carried out through extensive interviews, self-disclosures, permitted criminal record checks, regulated reference checks, credit che ------------------------------------------------------ Job Family Group: Institutional Banking------------------------------------------------------ Job Family: Corporate Banking------------------------------------------------------ Time Type: Full time------------------------------------------------------ Most Relevant Skills Please see the requirements listed above.------------------------------------------------------ Other Relevant Skills For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.------------------------------------------------------ Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. 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