Investment Banking - Diversified - Associate

J.P. Morgan; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Associate to join their investment banking team. This role offers the opportunity to engage in the full cycle of transactional execution, from preparing marketing pitches to conducting detailed financial analyses. You will work closely with senior bankers and analysts, developing essential skills in investment banking while contributing to significant transactions. If you are self-driven and eager to make an impact in a dynamic environment, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in an investment banking front office role.
• Strong academic background from a top-tier educational institution.

Responsibilities

• Develop content for strategic meetings regarding M&A transactions.
• Interact daily with senior team members to execute transactions.

Skills

Financial Modeling

Valuation Analysis

Communication Skills

Investment Banking Knowledge

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree from a Top-Tier Institution

Job description

As an Associate, you will play a key role in our business strategy and execution. Your responsibilities will include participating in the complete cycle of transactional execution, such as preparing marketing pitches, reviewing and formulating financial analyses, and preparing and presenting internal and client presentations. You will lead the implementation of execution functions, working closely with analysts, associates, and supporting senior bankers. This role aims to develop strong skills in investment banking and to demonstrate the capability to generate and execute transactions independently.

Job Responsibilities

1. Develop content for strategic meetings with clients regarding M&A or capital market transactions.
2. Interact daily with senior team members and client management to execute transactions and discuss strategic alternatives.
3. Define, guide, and review detailed valuation analyses, including DCF, trading comparables, transaction comparables, and LBO analyses.
4. Define, guide, and review detailed financial analyses related to M&A transactions or pitch situations.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in an investment banking front office role.
• A strong academic background from a top-tier educational institution.
• Excellent financial modeling skills.
• Understanding of the transaction cycle and process, with an execution-oriented mindset.
• Exceptional communication skills, capable of interacting effectively with senior professionals, clients, and stakeholders.
• Self-motivated, highly independent, and proactive in work approach.