2027 Leveraged Finance Investment Banking Analyst - NYC

Scotiabank•New York, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas, powered by 97,000 high-performing teammates. We are committed to investing in our employees and helping them continue their careers. Front Office Analysts have access to Capital Ideas, the Global Banking and Markets Learning Program, as well as frequent interactive learning sessions led by experienced professionals. Analysts will also have access to our Mentorship program. We are committed to offering extensive opportunities for training, hands-on experience, and career advancement. Scotiabank Global Banking and Markets (GBM) is a leading Canadian Capital Markets and Investment Banking business with a growing platform in the US and Latin America, operating globally for over 100 years. GBM provides a full range of investment banking, credit and risk management products and services relevant to the financing and strategic development needs of our clients. Our products include debt and equity financing, mergers & acquisitions, corporate banking, institutional equity sales, trading and research, fixed income products, derivatives and foreign exchange. We also cross-sell the full range of wholesale products and services offered by the Scotiabank Group. This role is part of an innovative, Global Capital Markets and Investment Banking business with a unique geographic footprint that puts capital to work for clients across industries.

Requirements

An undergraduate or graduate Degree in Business, Finance, Science, Technology, Engineering, Economics or Mathematics discipline or related fields to be completed between December 2026 and July 2027
A strong interest in financial markets, credit analysis, debt capital markets, and leveraged finance
A proven record of outstanding achievement in academic and extracurricular activities
Seamless work within MS Office Suite with expertise in Excel and PowerPoint
Strong quantitative skills focused on financial analysis and accounting
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining exceptional attention to detail and delivering high-quality work under tight deadlines
Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to clearly present detailed financial analysis to various stakeholders
A collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced, transaction-oriented environment

Responsibilities

Support the execution of leveraged finance transactions, including leveraged loan and high yield bond issuances, acquisition financings, recapitalizations, refinancings, and other debt-related transactions
Build and maintain detailed financial models, including operating models, LBO models, debt repayment models, valuation and scenario analyses
Analyze corporate credit profiles, capital structures, liquidity positions, and financial performance to evaluate financing alternatives for clients
Prepare transaction marketing materials, lender presentations, offering memoranda, management presentations, and pitch books for debt financing opportunities
Conduct industry, company, and market research, including analysis of leveraged finance market conditions, comparable transactions, and relative value assessments
Assist in the structuring, underwriting, syndication, and execution of debt financing transactions in partnership with sponsors and corporate clients
Monitor leveraged loan and high yield bond markets and provide insights into market trends, pricing dynamics, investor sentiment, and new issuance activity
Support due diligence processes by reviewing company financial information, credit agreements, legal documentation, and transaction-related materials