Mizuho is a bank on the rise climbing the league tables, disrupting the status quo and attracting top talent. Positions are available across investment and corporate banking, mergers & acquisitions, and capital solutions and restructuring. We are looking for candidates who want to contribute to our entrepreneurial culture where people at all levels are inspired to share ideas. Our creativity sets us apart, and our commitment drives results in creating bespoke, client-focused solutions. If you are interested in working for an organization with a growth mindset that is a global leader in financial services, we would like to hear from you.

Mizuho | Greenhill’s Summer Analyst program is a ten-week program that offers the unique experience of working for a global bank. Over the last decade, Mizuho | Greenhill has built a leading position in Investment & Corporate Banking in the United States. The program is designed to immerse analysts into the daily activities of our various groups, helping Senior Bankers deliver a client solution approach across our entire product suite. This role is focused on the Real Estate industry, covering homebuilders, REITs, commercial real estate (CRE) and fund finance clients. We are looking for students with a strong academic record and a keen interest in the financial markets and real estate industry.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Work closely with Real Estate Coverage Bankers and Product Partners to identify client opportunities and gather required information to complete business screening process
Assist with various customer requests

Prepare capital allocation / profitability projection package to assess the business case and secure required internal support and approvals.

Prepare credit applications on new real estate transactions and renewals, outlining transaction rationale, structure, terms and conditions, exposure management plan, business strategy and relationship return analysis, and any other requested or required forms or information needed to complete a proper assessment of the transaction.
As part of credit application process, prepare:
- Front Sheets, Collateral and Guarantee Registrations, Facility Rating Simulations
- Coordinate/Manage all compliance requirements (ESG, Reputational Risk, KYC, etc.)
- Ensure all related internal policies and procedures are followed, including sector/industry risk limits (e.g., Real Estate sector and sub-sector limits)
- Prepare, analyze and review transaction proposals, focusing on structure, terms and conditions and profitability.
- Work seamlessly with Credit Risk counterparts to coordinate completion of credit assessment, assisting with any required due diligence needed to finalize the credit opinion/approvals.
Assist senior account officers in financing structuring, underwriting transaction evaluation, preparation, due diligence and execution. Help review and/or prepare legal documents in conjunction with in-house or outside counsel.
Engage with Customer, Agent Bank, Bank Participants, Legal, Compliance and Operations to ensure seamless deal execution for the Client.
As part of first line of defense, act as credit steward monitoring client performance trends / real estate market movements (e.g., property valuations, leverage and coverage metrics, housing and CRE market conditions) in coordination with risk and make recommendations for action plans as it relates to client credit issues/restructuring/exposure management.
Partner with senior account officer to Conduct in depth review of all legal documentation, including commitment letters, NDAs, and LOIs, etc. (working with the Legal Department or Outside Counsel, as required)

Engage Portfolio Management Team to optimize portfolio via risk mitigation measures (CDS, loan sales, CRI), assess appetite/returns and to monitor the portfolio
Assist with regulatory and audit-related requests/meetings/presentations.
Coordinate and assist with onboarding requests, booking requests, and other administrative functions with Bank Operations
Assist senior staff with other administrative/portfolio management duties

Qualifications:

Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in the penultimate year with a graduation date between December 2027 and June 2028 (If you receive a return offer your analyst role will start in July 2028)
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, work under pressure and adhere to tight deadlines
Possess strong written and oral communication skills and ability to convey ideas efficiently
Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment
Proficiency with MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Demonstrated interest in the Real Estate industry

Pay rate: $35/hour

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Mizuho does not sponsor applicants for work visas or offer any employment-based immigration sponsorship for this position. This includes, but is not limited to, any sponsorship or administrative assistance or execution of any documentation related to F-1 (CPT/OPT/STEM OPT), TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1 or H-1B application(s).

Greenhill & Co., Inc., part of Mizuho Americas, is focused on providing financial advice on significant mergers, acquisitions, restructurings, financings and capital raising to corporations, partnerships, institutions and governments globally. It acts on behalf of clients throughout the world from its offices in the Americas, EMEA, and APAC.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer, and we comply with applicable laws prohibiting discrimination in all of the jurisdictions where we operate. AA Employer - M/F/Disability/Veteran.

Accommodations are available upon request for applicants with disabilities and other covered reasons in accordance with applicable law.

We participate in the E-Verify program.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and reserve the right to require pre- and post-hire drug testing, as permitted by applicable law.Greenhill & Co., Inc., part of Mizuho Americas, is focused on providing financial advice on significant mergers, acquisitions, restructurings, financings and capital raising to corporations, partnerships, institutions and governments globally. It acts on behalf of clients throughout the world from its offices in the Americas, EMEA, and APAC.