Investment Banking Analyst - Financial Services - Specialty Finance

Piper Sandler • Charlotte, NC

1d • $110,000 - $125,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Piper Sandler is seeking an experienced Analyst to join its Specialty Finance Investment Banking team within the Financial Services group in the Charlotte, North Carolina office. The role offers immediate exposure to capital-raising transactions and strategic advisory projects, along with opportunities for long-term growth and career advancement.

Analysts support transaction execution, develop market materials, monitor public and private companies, build financial models, conduct valuation analyses and investor targeting, and perform industry- and company-specific research. They interact directly with clients and senior bankers and develop a broad skillset to support their career goals.

The anticipated starting salary is $110,000–$125,000 per year, depending on experience, location, and other factors. The position is also eligible for annual incentive compensation, with total compensation intended to be competitive with the market. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States full-time without current or future employer sponsorship. F-1 student visa holders who require future sponsorship or cannot currently work full-time are not eligible.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of investment banking or related financial experience.
• Strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multitask, and learn quickly.
• Detail-oriented and analytical mindset.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Previous financial modeling experience or formal training.
• Positive attitude and desire to contribute to a close-knit team culture.
• U.S. work authorization permitting full-time work without employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, economics, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide support during all phases of transaction execution.
• Create market-related materials and track public and private companies.
• Build financial models and perform valuation analyses and investor targeting.
• Conduct industry- and company-specific research.
• Interface directly with clients and senior bankers.
• Develop a versatile skillset to support career goals.

Benefits

• The position is eligible for annual incentive compensation.
• The company describes a benefits program and commitment to employee and family health and well-being; specific benefits are not listed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level