Banker Analyst - Financial Sponsors Group - Analyst

JPMorgan Chase & Co.•Los Angeles, CA

2d•$100,000 - $105,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Financial Sponsors Group (FSG) is part of Capital & Advisory Solutions within Commercial Banking. SFG specializes in complex financial situations involving syndicated and leveraged transactions for middle market clients, providing insights into debt capital markets for corporate capital requirements such as working capital, capital projects, mergers and acquisitions, leveraged buyouts, and recapitalizations. As a leading corporate debt house, JPMorgan holds commanding leadership positions in these product specialties. Transactions involve high-level interaction with senior bankers and executive management within client firms.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent experience
1+ years of related experience in financial services, investment banking, commercial banking, or private equity
FINRA Series 79, Series 63, and SIE required (or must be obtained within the first 180 days of employment)
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Strong work ethic, motivation, and ability to collaborate across teams
Personal integrity, initiative, and leadership qualities
Capacity to interact and build relationships with a wide range of people and act as a point of contact

Nice To Haves

Experience working with private equity firms or in a Financial Sponsors, Investment Banking, or Commercial Banking environment
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

Partner with senior members of the Mid-Cap Financial Sponsors Group, sector coverage, and product bankers to prospect, pitch, and execute transactions on behalf of private equity firms and their portfolio companies
Support client meetings and drafting sessions; assist in analyzing businesses and participating in due diligence sessions
Examine the strategic and financial merits of proposed transactions for marketing and business development purposes
Play an active role in the execution of mandated deals, including client advisory work, structuring and negotiation of legal documents, and coordination of distribution
Work closely with internal support departments to ensure seamless deal closing and funding
Prepare for, and engage in strategic dialogue with private business owners on growth and ownership transition
Help facilitate targeted introductions to potential investors
Collaborate with sponsor coverage and corporate and investment bankers to track investment strategies of priority investor clients
Generate accurate and relevant buyer intelligence for J.P. Morgan-led M&A sell-sides and private placement processes
Conduct internal marketing to commercial and private bankers to source new opportunities