Corporate & Investment Banking Associate - TMT

Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation•San Francisco, CA

1d•$150,000 - $200,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) is seeking a Corporate & Investment Banking Associate to join our Technology, Media & Telecommunications (TMT) Coverage. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on complex, high-profile transactions, lead critical workstreams, and partner with senior bankers to deliver strategic financing solutions for corporate clients and financial sponsors in the TMT sector.

Requirements

BA/BS degree required.
2–4 years of relevant experience in investment banking, corporate finance, or related field.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.
FINRA Series SIE, 79, and 63 required (or ability to obtain within a reasonable timeframe).

Nice To Haves

Strong ability to synthesize complex information into clear, compelling content for client-facing materials.
Excellent communication skills—able to present ideas confidently in both written and verbal formats.
Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
Solid understanding of TMT industry dynamics and ability to translate insights into actionable ideas.
Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt quickly to evolving processes.

Responsibilities

Support senior bankers in managing client relationships, identifying strategic opportunities, and driving cross-sell initiatives across SMBC’s product suite.
In collaboration with senior bankers, take the lead in generation of high-impact content and pitch materials, including compelling presentations, marketing collateral, and innovative financing ideas across the capital structure.
Monitor industry trends, analyze competitive dynamics, and contribute to strategic discussions through well-researched insights and presentations.
Coordinate due diligence processes, manage documentation, and oversee internal approval workflows for lending and capital markets transactions.
Work closely with product partners across the bank including Debt Capital Markets, Project Finance, Derivatives, Leveraged Finance, Equity Capital Markets, Cash Management, Leasing Finance, Trade Finance, and Lending Management to deliver integrated solutions tailored to client needs.