2027 Investment Banking Associate I Consumer Nashville, TN

Raymond James Overview

One of the largest independent financial services firms in the country could the place you build a career beyond your expectations.

Our focus is on providing trusted advice and tailored, sophisticated strategies for individuals and institutions. Raymond James Financial is a diversified holding company, headquartered in St. Petersburg, FL. Raymond James provides financial services to individuals, corporations and municipalities through its subsidiary companies engaged primarily in investment and financial planning, in addition to capital markets and asset management.

At Raymond James, we are putting the power of perspectives into action and building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects our commitment to associates, and clients of the future. Our company values associate development and growth, offering opportunities through developmental programs, mentorships, and continuing education options.

We strive to ensure everyone feels welcomed, valued, respected and heard so that you can fully contribute your unique talents for the benefit of clients, your career, our firm and our communities. Raymond James is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.

Job Summary

Play an integral role in the department's activities with a high level of responsibility as a member of a specific industry-focused team. Responsibilities include formulating new business proposals, developing company forecasts and valuations, evaluating merger and acquisition scenarios and preparing documents related to the public issuance of stock. Associates are expected to work on every aspect of the transaction process and mentor / manage Analysts.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists with the execution of M&A and financing transactions, financial modeling, industry and comparable company analysis.

• Prepares and delivers standard and tailored presentations and pitches to clients.

• Produces factual and accurate information that’s presented to the client.

• Provide management support to analyst bankers through training, mentoring and evaluating performance potential.

• Seeks opportunities for development through the job itself, through special assignments, training, or external activities.

• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications - External

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of

• Concepts, practices and procedures of Investment Banking.

• Investment concepts, practices and procedures used in the securities industry.

• Concepts, practices and procedures of Tax and Accounting.

• Financial markets and products.

Skill in

• Analyzing and interpreting financial statements.

• Analytical skills sufficient to assess and explain events in the market.

• Problem solving skills and the ability to think independently sufficient to market ideas.

• Defining high standards of quality and evaluate products, services, and own performance against those standards.

• Operating standard office equipment and using required software application to produce correspondence, reports, electronic communication, and spreadsheets.

Ability to

• Gather information, identify linkages and trends and apply findings to reports.

• Attend to detail while maintaining a big picture orientation.

• Remain cognizant of our commitment to daily workflow and regulatory compliance during high volume activity.

• Organize, manage and track multiple detailed tasks and assignments with frequently changing priorities in a fast-paced work environment.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships at all levels of the organization.

• Work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.

• Assume full responsibility and accountability for own actions.

• Demonstrate uncompromising adherence to ethical principles.

• Prepare and deliver clear, effective and professional presentations.

• Be proactive and demonstrate readiness and ability to initiate action.

• Lead the work of other and provide training, coaching and mentoring.

• Interpret and apply policies and identify and recommend changes as appropriate.

• Use appropriate interpersonal styles and communicate effectively, both orally and writing, with all organizational levels.

Educational/Previous Experience Requirements

• Eligible applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US and not require visa sponsorship now or in the future (including beyond OPT/EAD).

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field and a minimum of three (3) years of experience in Investment Banking.

• MBA Degree with experience in Investment Banking Preferred.

• OR ~

• Any equivalent combination of experience, education, and/or training approved by Human Resources.

Licenses/Certifications

In general, the following licenses are required for this position and, if applicable, must be obtained within the timeframes communicated by Raymond James:

• Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) examination

• Series 63

• Series 79

• Series 7