Investment Banking Associate

Job Description - Investment Banking Associate (2500462)

Investment Banking Associate - 2500462

At Raymond James,
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develop,
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collaborate,
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decide,
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deliver, and
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improve together.

Raymond James Ltd. is Canada’s leading independent investment dealers offering high quality investment products and services to Canadians seeking customized solutions to their wealth management needs.

Investment Banking Associate How does the role impact the organization?

Our Investment Banking team of over 350 investment bankers across North America is focused on servicing the corporate finance and financial advisory needs of our clients. We offer a complete range of capital markets services with strong expertise in mergers & acquisitions, public offerings, private placements and syndication. Our advisory services include mergers, acquisitions and divestitures advice / execution, fairness opinions, and valuations.

The Associate position will offer the opportunity to work across a variety of industries including energy, infrastructure, diversified industries, and technology, as well as gain significant business development and transaction experience. Drawing on previous experience, the ideal candidate will have a proven ability to take initiative, will possess exceptional communication and presentation skills, and demonstrate academic excellence.

What will your role be responsible for?

• Work closely with other Analysts, Associates and VPs in the investment banking team; and with other senior bankers and experts from various groups in Canada and the United States;
• Conduct financial modelling, various financial and strategic analysis, discounted cash flow analysis, comparable company analysis, precedent transaction analysis and evaluate other industry metrics as required;
• Perform quantitative and qualitative data analysis and industry research;
• Build and maintain detailed financial models and industry databases;
• Maintain the groups’ databases and valuation tools on an ongoing basis; and
• Assist in preparing extensive written documents including transaction documentation / proposals, pitch-books and company information documents for business development and marketing purposes.

What can you expect from us?

Our most important investment is in people. Upon eligibility, Raymond James Ltd offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. Our benefits range from Health Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Paid Time Off, Volunteer Days, Discretionary Bonuses, Tuition Reimbursement and many more! We also support internal promotion and community involvement.

What do we expect from you? To qualify for this opportunity you possess:

• Competent in Financial analysis and modeling; and
• Familiar with principles of finance and the capital markets;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office with a willingness and ability to learn new applications;
• Skilled in quantitative and analytical processes;
• The ability to work within deadlines in a high-volume and demanding environment while maintaining a high level of service and an imperative attention to detail;
• Demonstrate advanced face-to-face, email, videoconferencing, and telephone etiquette and relationship management skills;
• Work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment;
• Exercise tact and discretion in the handling of confidential information;
• Communicate proficiently in French is an asset.

Educational/Previous Experience Requirements

• Have an undergraduate degree in a business-related discipline and/or a CFA/CA/CPA/CBV designation;
• A minimum of 3 years of work experience in investment banking, corporate finance, or equivalent experience;
• Experience with Capital IQ and Bloomberg is considered an asset

We encourage our associates at all levels to:

• Grow professionally and inspire others to do the same
• Work with and through others to achieve desired outcomes
• Make prompt, pragmatic choices and act with the client in mind
• Take ownership and hold themselves and others accountable for delivering results that matter
• Contribute to the continuous evolution of the firm

At Raymond James – we honor, value, respect the uniqueness, experiences, and backgrounds of all of our Associates. When associates bring their…