Investment Banking Sr Associate - Financial Institutions Group

Citigroup Inc.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 175,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Citi in New York, NY is seeking an Investment Banking Senior Associate to support clients in raising capital and advising on mergers and acquisitions within the Institutional Banking team.

The role involves coordinating with teams to formulate investment strategies, mentor analysts, and contribute to Citi’s franchise growth. Requires strong analytical, proposal, and communication skills, plus licensing within 150 days of joining.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of relevant investment banking experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or closely related area.
• MBA degree.
• Experience evaluating corporate transactions and structures.
• Experience creating financial analyses.
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience assisting with client development.
• Ability to work with teams and track business development.
• Series 79 and 63 licenses within 150 days of joining.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the execution of Citi’s Investment Banking business activities
• Leverage past investment banking or related experience to enhance M&A execution and capital raising capabilities
• Contribute to building Citi’s franchise
• Manage and mentor analysts by providing detailed guidance and feedback, managing information flow, and providing credit and exposure information to analyst, as appropriate

Skills

Investment banking

M&A execution

Capital raising

Client development

Team mentoring

Financial analysis

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or related field

MBA

Job description

The Investment Banking Senior Associate is an intermediate level position responsible for assisting clients in raising funds in the capital markets, as well as in providing strategic advisory services for mergers, acquisitions and other types of financial transactions in coordination with the Institutional Banking team. The Investment Banking Senior Associate also serves as an intermediary in trading for clients. The overall objective of this role is to act as a strategic advisor to our clients by formulating investment strategies and raising capital for clients.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the execution of Citi’s Investment Banking business activities
• Leverage past investment banking or related experience to enhance M&A execution and capital raising capabilities
• Contribute to building Citi’s franchise
• Manage and mentor analysts by providing detailed guidance and feedback, managing information flow, and providing credit and exposure information to analyst, as appropriate

Recommended Qualifications

• 5-8 years of relevant experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or closely related areas of Business Administration
• Master's degree in Business Administration
• Experience in evaluating corporate transactions and structures
• Experience creating financial analyses
• Demonstrated problem solving and organizational skills
• Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication skills
• Experience assisting with client development
• Ability to work with teams and track business development (collect research, analyze industry trends)
• Series 79 and 63 licenses within 150 days of joining
• Education: Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience

This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

Job Family Group

Institutional Banking

Job Family

Investment Banking

Time Type

Full time

Primary Location

New York New York United States

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range: $175,000.00 - $225,000.00 In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards.

Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs.

Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays.

For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.

Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

Anticipated Posting Close Date

Oct 20, 2026

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