Investment Banking - Consumer & Retail - Associate

JPMorganChase; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health care coverage

Retirement savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

JPMorganChase is looking for a highly skilled Investment Banking Associate to join our Consumer & Retail team in Los Angeles. You will play a crucial role in transactional execution, including preparing financial analysis and client presentations. This role requires prior investment banking experience and a Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or economics.

In addition to handling high-stakes transactions, you will provide mentorship to Analysts, guide valuation analyses, and support senior bankers. We offer competitive compensation and extensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Prior work experience in an investment banking front office role.
• Strong quantitative and financial analysis skills required.
• Understanding of the transaction cycle and execution oriented.

Responsibilities

• Develop content for strategic meetings with clients.
• Guide and review detailed valuation analysis.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to Associates and Analysts.

Skills

Financial analysis skills

Communication skills

Self-directed

Quantitative analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance, or economics

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Investment Banking Associate to join our Consumer & Retail team.

Job Summary

As an Associate in our Consumer & Retail group, you will be a key player in our business strategy and execution. You will participate in the "full cycle" of transactional execution including preparing marketing pitches, reviewing and formulating financial analysis, preparing and presenting internal committee memoranda and client presentations. You will play a leadership role in implementing the execution function including working with analysts and associates, as well as assisting more senior bankers. You will develop strong function skills in the major areas of investment banking and will demonstrate the ability to become a senior officer who is capable of generating and executing their own transactions. You will join the global Associate class in an Industry, Country Coverage or Product Team. Working with a broader team of over 100 Analysts and Associates in the region, you will be provided opportunities to be involved real-time in transactions that may include frequent travel.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop content for strategic meetings with clients regarding M&A or capital market transactions
• Interact with senior team members and client management teams on a daily basis to execute transactions and discuss strategic alternatives
• Defining, guiding and reviewing detailed valuation analysis, including Discounted Cash Flow, trading comparables, transaction comparables and Leveraged Buyout analyses
• Defining, guiding and reviewing detailed combination and other financial analyses in the context of M&A transactions or pitch situations
• Provide leadership, mentorship and supervision to Associates and Analysts
• Participate in graduate recruiting

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

• Prior work experience in an investment banking front office role
• Bachelor's Degree required, preferably in accounting, finance, economics or a related field
• Strong quantitative and financial analysis skills required
• Understanding of the transaction cycle and the steps in the process and is execution oriented.
• Impeccable communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with senior professionals, clients and key stakeholders in other line of business.
• Self-directed, highly motivated, and able to work independently

Benefits and Compensation

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation. JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans.