Financial Institutions Group (FIG) Associate

Deutsche Bank; London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bank is seeking a Financial Institutions Group (FIG) Associate in London. The role involves supporting M&A transactions and financial modeling for clients in the investment banking sector. The successful candidate will need strong analytical and communication skills, along with the drive to excel in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Hybrid Working

Competitive salary and non-contributory pension

30 days’ holiday plus bank holidays

Life Assurance and Private Healthcare

Flexible benefits including Retail Discounts and Gym benefits

Support for CSR initiatives plus 2 days’ volunteering leave

Qualifications

• Previous full-time experience in corporate finance and FIG, ideally in investment banking or advisory boutiques.
• High initiative, proactivity, and drive.
• Ability to influence and work effectively across teams and regions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in origination and execution of M&A, Leverage Finance, and ECM transactions with Financial Institutions clients.
• Conduct sector and company research, valuation, credit analysis, and financial modeling.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Organizational skills

Job description

Job Title: Financial Institutions Group (FIG) Associate

Location: London, United Kingdom

Consistently recognized by the industry for activities in Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) and capital raising, our Corporate Finance business is a market leader in Origination & Advisory. We provide a full range of investment banking services, including public and private equity and debt financing, M&A advice, and private investment services for corporate and institutional clients.

Our award-winning operations in Europe, North America, and the Asia Pacific regions give us unparalleled global reach, offering access to the largest distribution network in the investment banking industry. Our client base includes some of the largest global companies, and we work on many of the most complex deals in the market.

Corporate Finance is organized through global products and regional client coverage spanning different geographies and industry-focused teams.

You will join Investment Banking Coverage as an Associate, demonstrating initiative and integrity, with strong communication skills, commitment, and the ability to work as part of a team.

What we offer

• Hybrid Working: a model enabling eligible employees to work remotely part of the time
• Competitive salary and non-contributory pension
• 30 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, with an option to purchase additional days
• Life Assurance and Private Healthcare for you and your family
• Flexible benefits including Retail Discounts, Bike4Work scheme, and Gym benefits
• Support for CSR initiatives plus 2 days’ volunteering leave per year

Your responsibilities

• Assist in origination and execution of M&A, Leverage Finance, and ECM transactions with Financial Institutions clients
• Support the FIG team in coverage of key accounts
• Conduct sector and company research, valuation, credit analysis, and financial modeling
• Communicate with team members and senior bankers during projects
• Utilize sector knowledge to produce materials for FIG clients and support Country and Product bankers

Required skills and experience

• Previous full-time experience in corporate finance and FIG, ideally in investment banking or advisory boutiques
• Strong analytical skills and creative problem-solving abilities
• High initiative, proactivity, and drive
• Excellent organizational, communication, and negotiation skills
• Ability to influence and work effectively across teams and regions
• Creative problem-solving skills within a large, matrix organization

How we support you

• Flexible working arrangements
• Tailorable benefits
• Support for diversity and reasonable adjustments for disabilities

About us

Deutsche Bank is a leading German bank with a strong European presence and a global network. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can excel. We value diversity and promote equal opportunities for all.