Associate II - Advisory (Digital Infrastructure)

Citizens Bank; United States; On-site; USD 175,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement benefits

Maternity/paternity leave

Flexible work arrangements

Education reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

Citizens Bank is hiring an Investment Banking Associate for their Digital Infrastructure Advisory team in NYC. The role involves managing financial models and business valuations, assisting with business development, and conducting due diligence. Candidates should have 3+ years of investment banking experience, ideally in Technology Infrastructure. The position offers a competitive salary from $175,000 to $225,000 yearly, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to professional growth. Join a leading team in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in investment banking or similar role.
• Experience in Technology Infrastructure is preferred.
• Strong work ethic and team player.

Responsibilities

• Manage and prepare financial models and business valuations.
• Support team in business ideas and transaction structuring.
• Conduct industry and company due diligence.

Skills

Financial modeling

Business valuation

Technical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team player

Project management

Education

3+ years of relevant work experience

Tools

Excel

Job description

Citizens is seeking an Investment Banking Associate for the Digital Infrastructure Advisory team in our NYC office. Associates will work closely with the team’s 26 junior and senior professionals (currently comprised of 8 MDs, 3 Directors, 3 VPs, 4 Associates and 8 Analysts) preparing, analyzing, and executing M&A, equity and debt capital raising transactions globally, with clients who participate in one of the fastest growing segments of the technology landscape (data centers and adjacent services, fiber and broadband). Citizens has been one of the pre-eminent advisors to the Digital Infrastructure marketplace over the past few years and is well positioned to continue such leadership in the sector, allowing for long term professional growth to all of our bankers.

In addition to key execution responsibilities, Associates manage consistent deal flow and are a main point of contact for our clients. All Associates have significant exposure to senior bankers and are involved in all stages of a transaction; they are an integral part of delivery to our clients and prospects.

Primary Responsibilities

• Managing and assisting with the preparation of financial models and business valuations
• Supporting junior and senior team members in developing new business ideas, pitch strategies, or transaction structuring scenarios (inclusive of equity, debt and/or M&A) to help the firm’s corporate and sponsor clients achieve their financial and strategic objectives
• Leading/participating in meetings with current and prospective clients
• Conducting industry and company due diligence
• Preparing and reviewing information memoranda and other transaction documents: draft key marketing and key transaction related documents
• Preparing and reviewing pitch/business origination materials and other presentations: develop and review pitches and other presentations and be an integral part of the team in delivering these presentations
• Assisting business development efforts

Qualifications, Education, Certifications and/or Other Professional Credentials

• 3+ years of work experience in investment banking, transaction advisory, or similar role.
• Experience in Technology Infrastructure or Real Estate (Datacenter) is highly preferred.
• Intelligent and resourceful
• Professional / concise oral and written communication
• Strong technical skills (knowledge of accounting, modeling, Excel, etc.)
• Excellent attention to detail
• Self-starter / intellectual curiosity
• Strong work ethic / team player / high degree of humility, maturity, and integrity
• Ability to work efficiently and to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Please note that U.S. Immigration sponsorship or work visa is not available for this position and candidates must have permanent authorization to work in the U.S.

Hours & Work Schedule

• Hours per Week: 40+
• Work Schedule: Monday to Friday

Pay Transparency

The salary range for this position is $175,000 - $225,000 per year, plus an opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus. Actual pay is based on various factors including but not limited to the work location, and relevant skills and experience.

We offer competitive pay, comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, retirement benefits, maternity/paternity leave, flexible work arrangements, education reimbursement, wellness programs and more. For an overview of our benefits, visit https://jobs.citizensbank.com/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Citizens, its parent, subsidiaries, and related companies (Citizens) provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, citizenship, physical or mental disability, perceived disability or history or record of a disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, genetic characteristic, marital or domestic partner status, victim of domestic violence, family status/parenthood, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy/childbirth/lactation, colleague’s or a dependent’s reproductive health decision making, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state and/or local laws. At Citizens, we are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that enables all colleagues to bring their best selves to work every day and everyone is expected to be treated with respect and professionalism. Employment decisions are based solely on merit, qualifications, performance and capability.

Equal Employment and Opportunity Employer

Background Check

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the candidate successfully passing a background check, which may include initial credit, motor vehicle record, public record, prior employment verification, and criminal background checks. Results of the background check are individually reviewed based on legal requirements imposed by our regulators and with consideration of the nature and gravity of the background history and the job offered. Any offer of employment will include further information.