About the role#
This Summer Analyst position within the Leveraged Finance group offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in investment banking. You will work on a variety of financial products, including public and private debt and equity financings, mergers and acquisitions, and financial advisory. This role involves taking on significant responsibility and contributing to projects with measurable impact.
What you'll do#
- Build financial models to assess debt and equity financing alternatives.
- Execute valuation methodologies, comparative company analysis, and discounted cash flow analysis.
- Contribute to equity offerings, valuations, private placements, and advisory work.
- Research and document drafting elements for developing transactions.
- Partner with Senior Bankers to create client presentations and unique materials.
- Monitor industry current events and provide input on how critical issues impact clients and deals.
- Manage group databases to support ongoing research and analysis.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited undergraduate degree program, with a focus on Finance, Economics, Accounting, or Business Administration.
- Fundamental knowledge of investment banking, securities industry practices, tax, accounting, and financial markets.
- Strong analytical skills to assess market events and identify trends.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain attention to detail while keeping a big-picture perspective.
- Proficiency in using technology to produce reports and presentations.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- A proactive mindset with the ability to work independently or collaboratively within a team.
- Strong ethical principles and a commitment to regulatory compliance.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.
Location & details#
- Location: New York, New York
- Term: Summer 2027
- Work Modality: On-site
- Employment Type: Full-time
About Raymond James
Raymond James is a financial services firm based in St. Petersburg, Florida. Founded in 1962, the company operates as a public holding company with subsidiaries focused on investment planning, capital markets, and asset management. It supports a network of approximately 8,700 financial advisors across the United States and international markets. The firm manages $1.26 trillion in client assets as of October 2023.
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