Salary: $110,000 base salary (with potential for performance-based bonuses)
Position Overview
The Financial Institutions Group (FIG) Investment Banking team is seeking a highly motivated Analyst to support M&A advisory and capital-raising transactions for corporate and private equity clients. Analysts will gain significant client exposure and play a key role in deal execution, financial analysis, and strategic advisory. This role offers a dynamic and fast-paced environment with opportunities to develop a strong foundation in investment banking and corporate finance.
Company Overview
Founded in 2003, this independent investment banking advisory firm specializes in the financial services sector (FIG), providing expert guidance on mergers and acquisitions, capital raising, and strategic advisory services. With a team of over 60 professionals across offices in London, New York, and Paris, the firm offers deep industry expertise and a client-focused approach. Operating under a pure advisory model, it ensures unbiased, conflict-free advice without engaging in proprietary trading or lending. As an independently managed affiliate of a major financial institution since 2018, the firm has further strengthened its capabilities and global reach. Over the past two decades, it has built a reputation as a trusted adviser, successfully executing some of the most complex and high-profile transactions in the industry.
Key Responsibilities
Work closely with senior bankers to execute M&A, debt, and equity capital markets transactions.
Conduct financial modeling, valuation analyses (DCF, comparable company analysis, precedent transactions), and statistical assessments.
Prepare client presentations, pitch materials, and marketing documents.
Assist in the drafting of offering memoranda, investor materials, and underwriting documentation.
Perform industry research and company due diligence to support transaction execution and business development efforts.
Participate in marketing initiatives, client meetings, and deal structuring discussions.
Support strategic advisory services for corporate and financial sponsor clients, ensuring seamless coordination with corporate and commercial banking teams.
Qualifications & Skills
0.5 - 2 years of experience (including internships) in investment banking, corporate finance, or a related analytical role.
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field from an accredited institution.
Strong financial modeling and valuation skills with proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
Exceptional quantitative and analytical abilities with a keen attention to detail.
Solid understanding of corporate finance, financial statement analysis, capital markets and FIG.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to craft clear, persuasive presentations.
Ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Self-starter with strong leadership qualities, initiative, and the ability to work independently.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in financial institutions (FIG) investment banking is highly preferred.
Knowledge of leveraged finance, equity capital markets, and strategic advisory services.
Demonstrated ability to interact with corporate clients, private equity firms, and senior bankers.
Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5/4.0 preferred.
This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain broad exposure to investment banking transactions while developing strong technical and client-facing skills in a highly collaborative environment.