Manager Corporate Finance

Etihad Airways

Abu Dhabi, UAE

Ref: KP902-1615

Job description / Role

Job Type
Full Time
Job Location
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Nationality
Any Nationality
Salary
Not Specified
Gender
Not Specified
Arabic Fluency
Not Specified
Job Function
Finance, Business Analysis & Consulting
Company Industry
Travel, Hotel & Tourism

Synopsis

Support implementation of airline's long-term funding strategy for structured secured financing of aviation assets and unsecured corporate debt financing comprising short-term facilities and loans from banks, debt capital markets as well as private placements to ensure that the group is well capitalised.

Preserve strength of company's balance sheet by continuously evaluating the capital restructuring opportunities including capital adequacy norms and managing key relationships with a wide range of stakeholders at EY being the group treasurer, fleet planning, FP&A, investor relations, legal as well as ADQ.

Accountabilities

  • Deliver financing projects for aviation as well as non-aviation capital requirements in collaboration with legal, technical, insurance, tax, financial reporting, fleet planning and other corporate departments as well as external counsels.
  • Support the documentation for secured and unsecured financing projects such as aircraft and engine financing, revolving credit facilities as well as debt capital market issuances etc. Manage request for charter flight operations.
  • Provide strategic recommendations on balance sheet restructuring including capital mix, refinancing opportunities, mid-life refinancing and fleet planning.
  • Analyse the secured and unsecured debt portfolio for a prudent diversification of sources of funds, duration, currency mix and counterparty mix to deliver optimum weighted average cost of funds and manage execution risk.
  • Support head of corporate finance in reporting requirements as well as process improvements.
  • Lead the budgeting and planning exercise for group treasury and collaborate with FP&A on reforecasting as well as five-year business plans.
  • Provide an insight into impairment risks facing aviation assets to develop a balanced, cost-efficient portfolio of aviation assets.
  • Develop and maintain excellent business relationship with banks, lawyers and internal stakeholders. Guide, train, manage and develop team members.
  • Collaborate with and support financial risk management team.
  • Education & experience

  • Bachelor's degree from a leading undergraduate institution in the field of finance. Formal certification from the ACT, ACI, CFA, ICAA, GARP, or an MBA in finance is desirable.
  • A minimum of 7 years' experience, at least 3 years in a senior management role, within the treasury function of a large corporate, FP&A banking or big 4 accounting firm, consultants.
  • About Etihad Airways

    Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, was formed in 2003 and quickly went on to become one of the world's leading airlines. From its home in Abu Dhabi, Etihad flies to passenger and cargo destinations in the Middle East, Africa, Europe, Asia, Australia and North America. Together with Etihad's codeshare partners, Etihad's network offers access to hundreds of international destinations. In recent years, Etihad has received numerous awards for its superior service and products, cargo offering, loyalty programme and more. All this ties into Etihad's ambitious Journey 2030 strategy. The airline plans to double its fleet size and triple the number of customers over the next six years as it sets out to be the airline everyone wants to fly!

    Recruitment fraud alert

    Beware of fraudulent job offers from individuals or organizations claiming to represent the Etihad group. We will never ask for personal information, bank details, or payment during the recruitment process. Interviews are conducted face-to-face or via video or telephone before any formal offer. If you are asked for money, please treat it as fraudulent.

    About the Company

    Etihad Airways is the National Airline of the United Arab Emirates. The airline was set up by a Royal Decree in July 2003, with Abu Dhabi, the capital of the UAE, as its hub. Etihad started commercial operations in November 2003.

    With Etihad, everyone who flies with us is welcomed as our guest.

    This simple credo illuminates everything we do, from big things like making sure that our fleet is one of the most advanced in the sky, to small touches like letting you choose the films you watch.

    Were proud to be the National Airline of the United Arab Emirates. At the crossroads between Europe and Asia, our home reflects our commitment to bringing the world closer together - as does our highly cosmopolitan staff.

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