Senior Associate, Global Investment Banking, Real Estate M&A

RBC Capital Markets, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 175,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

RBC Capital Markets is seeking a Senior Associate for its Real Estate M&A team in New York. The role involves transaction execution, developing client materials, and identifying business opportunities. Candidates should have a strong finance background and at least four years of investment banking experience, particularly in M&A.

Benefits

Comprehensive rewards program

Opportunities for professional development

Leadership support

Qualifications

• At least four years of Investment Banking experience, preferably in M&A and Real Estate.
• Strong understanding of valuation, financial metrics, and transaction execution.
• Series 79 & 63 licenses required.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Real Estate Managing Directors on M&A transactions.
• Develop pitch books and client materials with Analysts.
• Identify operational risks and ensure compliance with Firm Policies.

Skills

Adaptability

Critical Thinking

Customer Service

Detail-Oriented

Financial Engineering

Financial Statement Analysis

Investments Analysis

Personal Development

Personal Initiative

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA, MA, MS, or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

Job Description

What will you do?

• As a Senior Associate focused primarily on Real Estate in the M&A team, you will work closely with Real Estate Managing Director(s), Real Estate M&A Team, and Real Estate Industry team on real estate specific M&A transactions and potential business opportunities.
• Transaction execution, new business presentations and meetings, and other related duties.
• Develop pitch books and client materials with Analysts and deal teams.
• Coordinate with Industry groups to evaluate and originate new business opportunities.
• Identify operational risks and control deficiencies proactively.
• Review and ensure compliance with Firm Policies.
• Report operational risks and control issues to line managers and relevant functions promptly.

What do you need to succeed?

• Bachelor's degree and MBA, MA, MS, or equivalent with emphasis in finance or accounting.
• At least four years of Investment Banking experience, with a preference for M&A and Real Estate investment banking experience.
• Strong understanding of valuation, financial metrics, merger modeling, and transaction execution.
• Knowledge of capital markets and proficiency in spreadsheet modeling.
• Excellent analytical skills, with strong finance and accounting knowledge.
• Motivated and able to manage conflicting priorities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High standards of professional and ethical conduct.
• Series 79 & 63 licenses.
• Values such as collaboration, relationship building, integrity, and diversity.

What's in it for you?

Join a team that values growth, collaboration, and community impact. Benefits include a comprehensive rewards program, leadership support, challenging work, and client relationship opportunities.

• Competitive salary range: $175,000-$225,000, plus bonuses and benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and meaningful impact.

Our compensation philosophy emphasizes attracting and retaining top talent to drive high performance and shareholder value.

Job Skills

Adaptability, Critical Thinking, Customer Service, Detail-Oriented, Financial Engineering, Financial Statement Analysis, Investments Analysis, Personal Development, Personal Initiative, Teamwork

Additional Job Details

Address: BROOKFIELD PLACE FKA 3 WORLD FINANCIAL CENTER, 200 VESEY STREET, NEW YORK

City: New York

Country: United States of America

Work hours/week: 40

Employment Type: Full time

Platform: CAPITAL MARKETS

Job Type: Regular

Pay Type: Salaried

Posted Date: 2025-05-22

Application Deadline: Applications accepted until 11:59 PM the day before the deadline.

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