IBCM - MENA Coverage - Analyst

Deutsche Bank; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

Accidental Death Insurance

Private Medical Insurance for you, a s

Flexible working arrangements

30 days annual paid leave

Job summary

Deutsche Bank in the United Arab Emirates seeks an entry-level Corporate Finance professional to gain exposure to advisory and capital markets work. You will engage in front-office activities, support live transactions, and contribute to client pitches across regional and global teams.

The role emphasizes financial modelling, analysis, and development of valuation theories while delivering high-quality client materials in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Up to 12 months of corporate finance/investment banking exposure.
• Experiences in M&A, advisory or capital markets will be viewed positively.
• Strong technical skills in modelling, analysis and valuation.
• Fluent English with excellent communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Front office, client-centric role across projects.
• Work on complex deals for Middle East, North Africa and global clients.
• Contribute to development of ideas to meet clients' strategic objectives.
• Perform financial analysis and build models for M&A and capital markets.
• Draft presentations, materials and pitches for client engagements.
• Support live deals with project management and execution tasks.

Skills

Financial modelling

Financial analysis

Valuation methodologies

English fluency

Microsoft Excel

Problem solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Client interaction

Education

Postgraduate degree (Honours)

Finance/Economics/Engineering focus

Tools

Financial analytics software

Job description

Position Overview

Details of the Division and Team:

The purpose of this position is to provide the successful candidate with the opportunity to gain exposure to a leading Corporate Finance franchise as part of a leading international bank – the experience will encompass both advisory and capital markets work (debt and equity).

What we will offer you:

A healthy, engaged and well-supported workforce is better equipped to do their best work and, more importantly, enjoy their lives inside and outside the workplace. That's why we are committed to providing an environment with your development and wellbeing at its center.

You can expect:

• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death Insurance
• Permanent Partial Disability Insurance
• Private Medical Insurance for you, your spouse and dependent children
• Flexible working arrangements
• 30 days of annual paid leave, plus public holiday & Flexible Working Arrangement
• DB contributions to DIFC Employee Workplace Savings (DEWS)

Your key responsibilities:

• Front office, client-centric role
• Working on a variety of complex projects for clients not only situated across the Middle East and North Africa, but also globally
• Opportunity to contribute to the development of new ideas to help clients achieve their strategic and financial objectives
• Use of analytical skills and the ability to solve problems in a fast paced, deadline driven environment
• Project management and involvement in execution of live transactions and pitches
• Attend team discussions and client meetings and able to deliver parts of a presentation
• Specific tasks will depend on the role within the team – to this end the role will vary from project to project
• Tasks may include evaluating companies, financial analysis, developing models for M&A and capital markets transactions, preparing industry analyses for pitches, conducting research, project management and administration and providing support in the execution of live deals
• Opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues both locally and offshore, evolve professionally and personally, and build a firm foundation upon which to specialise later
• Interact with various sector and product teams across the bank, both onshore and offshore
• Support senior bankers in origination and coverage efforts
• Accurate provision of calculations and analysis
• Drafting documentation, discussion materials and pitchbooks
• Fulfilling and keeping up to date with various compliance and DFSA license requirements
• Support the team with administrative tasks
• Contribute positively to franchise building activities
• Engage in regional networking and Talent Development offerings

Your skills and experience:

• Maximum 12months of prior experience in corporate finance, investment banking and related fields
• Demonstrable track record of seeking out M&A, advisory or capital markets experience (through university societies, vacation projects, internships, or the like) will be viewed positively
• Strong technical skills including financial modelling, financial analysis and understanding of valuation methodologies
• Conscientious, dedicated individual with excellent analytical skills
• Outstanding communication skills (written and verbal) and fluent in English
• Strong proficiency with financial analytics software and Microsoft suite of products
• Commercial instinct, demonstrable passion for finance and capital markets with an affinity for numbers
• Results-driven, perform well under pressure and against tight deadlines
• Bright mind with excellent academic record
• Team player with ability to manage a wide range of responsibilities and contribute to success of franchise
• Committed to excellence and maintain high professional and ethical standards
• Post graduate degree a prerequisite (minimum Honours level)
• Academic focus on business or the natural sciences; particularly finance, accounting, investment management, business administration, economics, mathematics, or engineering

How we'll support you:

• Flexible working to assist you balance your personal priorities
• Coaching and support from experts in your team
• A culture of continuous learning to aid progression
• A range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your needs
• Training and development to help you excel in your career

About us and our teams:

Deutsche Bank is the leading German bank with strong European roots and a global network. click here to see what we do.

Deutsche Bank & Diversity

Our values define the working environment we strive to create – diverse, supportive and welcoming of different views. We embrace a culture reflecting a variety of perspectives, insights and backgrounds to drive innovation. We build talented and diverse teams to drive business results and encourage our people to develop to their full potential. Talk to us about flexible work arrangements and other initiatives we offer.

We promote good working relationships and encourage high standards of conduct and work performance. We welcome applications from talented people from all cultures, countries, races, genders, disabilities, beliefs and generations and are committed to providing a working environment free from harassment, discrimination and retaliation.