MUFG 2026 Apprenticeship Programme: Structured Finance – Portfolio & Asset Management
- Location
London - Employer
MUFG - Provider
BPP Professional Apprenticeships - Wages
£Competitive - Level
Higher Level 6 Apprenticeship - Apply by
Tuesday, October 21, 2025
Opportunity Details
Our Business Areas
Our securities business offer a comprehensive product suite to clients around the world through five key business lines in the primary and secondary markets: Debt Capital Markets, credit, rates, equities, and structured products.
Our commercial banking arm is a leading corporate lending bank offering an intensive range of services from Project Finance & Syndicated Loans through to Transaction Banking & Asset Finance.
By joining MUFG, you’ll have the opportunity to enhance your financial expertise and become part of a truly international organisation.
With our global reach and collaborative culture, you have the opportunity to create a brighter future at MUFG
What to Expect
As a part of our two-year Apprenticeship programme you will be studying towards a Level 6 Financial Services Professional Apprenticeship (18 months) – leading to the Associated Chartered Banker Diploma. This apprenticeship develops skills and knowledge to demonstrate, in depth, the core technical knowledge and key practical skills that a professional and ethical banker requires.
Our market leading Structured Finance (ESFO) department is responsible for originating and structuring project finance transactions in the EMEA region across the Infrastructure and Energy sectors. As part of Global Corporate & Investment Banking EMEA (GCIB), ESFO’s main responsibilities include the structuring, financial and rating advisory, and the execution of loans for our clients in the region.
The Portfolio & Asset Management team plays a pivotal role within ESFO, looking after a portfolio of c.300 transactions across multiple sectors, geographies and industries from financial close to maturity. The team is made of 20+ highly experienced and motivated individuals, coming from a various range of backgrounds and experiences. We partner with multiple stakeholders within and outside the bank to drive performance, generate value/mitigate risk and we act as trusted resource on financial matters. We strive to build “best in class” portfolio and agency functions and we aim to be a reference point in the sector.
The role will entail some Portfolio & Asset Management administrative support and,eventually, managing a small portfolio of straight forward project finance assets, undertaking all necessary credit monitoring activities across a variety of sub sectors including Energy, Natural Resources, Infrastructure and Housing Finance.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Developing a basic understanding of credit risk / portfolio monitoring via on the job training, internal credit analysis courses and self-development/ learning.
- Assist with the monitoring and analysis of credit risks regarding the portfolio of assets under your control and recommendation of appropriate courses of action. Support to be provided, as appropriate, by more senior members of the team to assist development of project finance credit skills. The number and complexity of transactions to be managed will be assessed based on the rate of progress made.
- Managing a variety of workflows within pre-agreed timescales / deadlines.
- Support dealing with client requests via related waivers / consents via Senior Management / London / Amsterdam / Tokyo Credit functions.
- Performing administrative functions in an efficient and responsive manner to manage legal and operational risks and to assist the overall efficiency of the unit and to enhance the Bank’s reputation externally.
- Assisting with the smooth transfer of new assets to the Portfolio & Asset Management team.
- Working with colleagues in Credit to ensure an effective dialogue on risk related issues and to maintain a culture of co-operation.
- Identifying potential business opportunities from within the existing portfolio and assisting new business initiatives as required, including refinancing of existing assets.
- Supporting Agency, Security Trustee and Account Bank activities.
- Developing and maintaining a strong network with the relationship teams, product areas and support functions within MUFG, in order to effectively grow and sustain the franchise.
As a part of a select intake, you will have the opportunity to learn from some of the best professionals in the industry. We’re highly team-driven, but you’ll still find plenty of opportunity to shine as an individual. In our open and inclusive environment, senior colleagues will know who you are and will see the work you do. In addition, your buddy and mentor will make sure you have all the support you need to succeed. And you’ll enjoy an ongoing commitment to your development as you build a lasting and rewarding career with us.
Kickstart Your Career!
Ready to kickstart your career? Check the key dates below and don’t miss your chance!
- Thursday, August 21, 2025
- Tuesday, October 21, 2025
- Tuesday, October 28, 2025
- Monday, January 19, 2026
Skills Required
- Excellent Microsoft Office skills including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Qualifications Required
- Minimum of grade 4/C GCSE (or equivalent) in English Language and Maths, and three A-levels (or equivalent) including minimum grade of 6/B in Maths or Physic to be eligible to apply.
Training
BPP apprenticeship training programmes are delivered virtually by our fully qualified and industry-experienced training team. Using their expert knowledge, we’ve purposefully built our programmes around the real-world use of modern technology, so that the skills we create can be directly applied in the workplace.
Throughout the apprenticeship learners receive coaching, help and guidance from a dedicated team who are there to ensure they get the most from their work experience
Personal Qualities
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- A proactive, motivated, structured and logical approach to work.
- Results driven, with a strong sense of accountability.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- A calm approach, with the ability to perform well in a fast-paced environment and prioritise work accordingly.
- Strong numerical skills.
- Strong Microsoft Office skills.
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