18 August 2008

Mining Technical Advisor Job in London

Position / Overall purpose of job

Principally supporting the global mining business. This role requires an individual with a very strong technical background in the international mining industry. The candidate will be responsible for providing technical / financial advice and recommendations on lending, equity and M&A mining related transactions. Ideally, the incumbent will also have a good understanding of the credit and documentation issues relating to mining finance business

Responsibilities / Accountabilities
? Technical / financial analysis of a portfolio of clients
? Mining project evaluations involving technical assessments, site visits, scoping studies
etc.
? Selection and hiring of appropriate Independent Engineers (?IE?) to work as
consultants to the bank. Direction and monitoring of the IE's work efforts.
? Provision of verbal and written conclusions and recommendations.
? Management and monitoring of the relationship of the portfolio of clients, including
completion of annual reviews, due diligence audits, security and other documentation
and ensuring that a proper visiting schedule is maintained for all clients.
? Liaison with the other technical advisors in the respective global offices.
? Maintenance the bank's database of client and industry information to support
effective portfolio management.
? Supporting direct reports in their own technical and relationship management efforts,
by assisting with technical / financial analyses, credit analysis, documentation, etc as
required.
? Ongoing monitoring of the existing portfolio, using a variety of media as well as
ongoing direct contact with clients. Ensuring that the required technical / financial
information is delivered on time.

Experience/Qualifications
? Must have proven track record in the mining industry from across the international
spectrum, including considerable experience in mining operations and mining
consultancy / engineering.
? Must be highly numerate, and possess a mining industry related degree
? Must have extensive experience in technical / financial due diligence audits and
reviews, resource and reserve estimation, financial modelling, risk analysis.
? Experience in dealing directly with corporate clients.
? Good understanding of investment banking / project finance tools and
processes and an appreciation of the sensitive issues associated with the business of
mining finance, mine development and mining M&A activities. Previous experience
within a bank / finance institution would be highly regarded.
? Strong interpersonal skills and client focus are vital, as well as attention to detail and
the ability to work under pressure.
? Experience of working in a professional services environment, including exposure to
high profile transactions.

Personal Attributes / Qualities
? Builds relationships with clients and Banking / Resource Banking teams that reflect
credibly on the Transaction Management Unit.
? Manages client expectations, has excellent communication skills and the ability to
present complex ideas clearly and succinctly to colleagues and clients.
? Responds quickly to client requests for information / guidance.
? Develops opportunities to contribute to client issues when they arise and involves
other team members in the discussion where appropriate.
? A team player with a high level of personal and business integrity that coaches other
team members and direct reports as part of their routine work.
? Identifies cross-selling opportunities.
? Develops industry specialisation, where appropriate.
? Builds internal and external network.
? Determines own learning and career development objectives and agrees a
development plan.
? Willing to assist with the whole process of deal execution.
? Contributes pro-actively to building team spirit.
? Reliable with a strong work ethic / productivity.




Salary: £80k +
Contact Name: Hayley Biscoe
Email: hbiscoe@isabellalloyd.com
Phone: 0207 256 9657