Investment Banking Analyst - Insurance Coverage

Howden; New York (NY); On-site; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global reinsurance broker, Howden, is seeking a Senior Analyst for its Capital Markets & Advisory team. The role involves advising on M&A transactions and capital structures, requiring strong analytical and presentation skills. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in finance and have a solid interest in the financial sector. This position offers exposure to a dynamic team within the global insurance landscape, with competitive salaries and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.5 required.
• Prior experience in investment banking or corporate development preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the origination and execution of M&A and equity transactions.
• Build financial models for performance evaluation.
• Prepare presentation materials and marketing documents.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Presentation Skills

Attention to Detail

Leadership

Teamwork

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Related Field

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Howden Re is the global reinsurance broker and risk, capital & strategic advisor focused on relentless innovation & superior analytics for top client service.

About Role

Howden Capital Markets & Advisory Overview

Howden Capital Markets & Advisory (“HCMA”) is an elite boutique investment banking practice focused exclusively on serving the global insurance industry. HCMA is the investment banking arm of the Howden Group, one of the largest and fastest-growing broking and advisory businesses serving the global insurance industry.

Our team works on some of the industry’s most complex and innovative transactions. As part of HCMA, you’ll have the opportunity to advise clients on mergers & acquisitions, equity, debt, and structured financings, new entity formations, insurance-linked securitizations, and other critical strategic initiatives. Through regular interaction with professionals throughout the Howden Group, you will also get exposure to many of the industry’s leading minds and gain valuable perspectives and insight on the trends that are driving the global P&C industry forward.

We serve the full spectrum of clients in the global P&C insurance value chain, from distributors, managing general agents, insurance carriers, reinsurers, insurtechs, and other service providers, as well as a diverse range of industry investors including private equity sponsors, credit specialists, asset managers, pension funds, family offices, insurance-linked securities funds, and other institutions.

As a Senior Analyst, you will have the opportunity to:

• Participate in the origination and execution of M&A, equity, debt and ILS transactions;
• Prepare presentation materials for use in client meetings; covering topics such as strategic alternatives, capital markets activity and general corporate finance;
• Preparation of company valuations using various methodologies including discounted cash flow, leveraged buyout, trading comparables and transaction comparables;
• Build detailed financial models to evaluate performance under various operating scenarios and to analyze the impacts of different capital structures and potential M&A transactions;
• Preparation of company marketing documents and client presentations in addition to performing research and various analyses in support of new business generation;
• Participate in all stages of transaction executions, from the pitch phase through closing

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in finance or related field required with a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.5;

• Prior full-time investment banking, transactional valuation, advisory or corporate development ;
• Demonstrated academic achievement and excellence outside of academics;
• Excellent written and verbal skills;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Demonstrated ability to work in a time sensitive environment and under pressure with tight deadlines;
• Ability to multi-task with strong attention to detail;
• Demonstrated leadership abilities;
• Solid interest in the financial sector;
• Excellent PC skills; advanced knowledge of Excel, Word and PowerPoint a must;
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.

The expected base salary range for this role is $115,000-135,000. The base salary range is based on level and is only part of the overall compensation package, which includes discretionary bonus and competitive benefits.