FinTech Strategy & BD Analyst - First Year

Financial Technology Partners; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Financial Technology Partners in London is seeking a first-year analyst in FinTech strategy and business development to support high-priority investment banking initiatives and publish tailored industry research. You will gain exposure to M&A, private capital raising, and market analyses while interacting with senior bankers from a leading FinTech-focused boutique.

Ideal candidates are 2026 undergraduates with a finance-oriented background, strong writing and communication skills, and a

Qualifications

• 2026 undergrads only.
• Finance, Economics, or Accounting background advantageous.
• GPA of 3.30 or higher or UK equivalent.
• U.K. work authorization required; FT Partners does not sponsor work visas at application or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Conduct due diligence on high-growth FinTech companies, including valuation analyses (e.g., DCFs, public comparables, precedent transactions).
• Engage with FinTech founders, VC firms, PE firms and finance executives to understand strategies and capital needs.
• Utilize FT Partners’ database and data sources to identify trends in the FinTech landscape.
• Research significant M&A and private capital transactions and produce high-quality reports.
• Develop market-facing deliverables, including sell-side pitches and analyses of investment activity.
• Support senior bankers in formulating and executing business development strategies with C-level contacts.

Skills

Strong writing

Verbal communication

Research skills

Attention to detail

Entrepreneurial mindset

Education

Undergrad student (class of 2026)

Finance/Economics/Accounting background advantageous

GPA 3.30+ or UK equivalent

UK work authorization required

Job description

Financial Technology Partners in London is seeking a first-year analyst in FinTech strategy and business development to support high-priority investment banking initiatives and publish tailored industry research. You will gain exposure to M&A, private capital raising, and market analyses while interacting with senior bankers from a leading FinTech-focused boutique.

Ideal candidates are 2026 undergraduates with a finance-oriented background, strong writing and communication skills, and a