Investment Banking Real Estate Associate - Special District Group

Piper Sandler•Denver, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Piper Sandler's Special District Group (SDG) is a team within the Public Finance practice dedicated to raising capital for public infrastructure to support large-scale real estate development or redevelopment projects. The team holds a dominant market position and is expanding nationwide. SDG is seeking an Associate to join their banking team in Denver, CO. This role requires an individual who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, can manage multiple projects and deadlines with strong organizational skills, and possesses a professional demeanor for interacting with senior partners, clients, and colleagues. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator with a solid work ethic, interested in a meaningful role on a supportive team.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
At least 2-years of relevant experience preferred.
Proficient in use of digital software and technology, including databases, and MS Office suite.
Based in, or willing to relocate to Denver, CO.

Nice To Haves

Enjoys working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Possesses the ability to navigate multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines with strong organizational skills.
Displays a professional demeanor and appropriacy to interact with senior partners, clients, and colleagues.
Is a great communicator with a strong work ethic.
Interested in a meaningful role on a supportive team.
Thrives in a high-paced, high-performance environment.
Learns quickly, is curious and committed to their own growth and advancement.
Characterizes themselves as intrinsically self-motivated, goal oriented and resilient.
Exhibits confidence and courage, contributing to discussions, and embracing opportunities outside comfort zones.
Can effectively communicate complex ideas to diverse audiences.
Plans and organizes work effectively, meeting deadlines and informing stakeholders of project status.

Responsibilities

Actively participate in the planning, structuring, and execution of banking transactions and manage the administrative aspects of the banking process from launch to close.
Perform and coordinate research to produce data sets needed such as market comparisons, parcel list reconciliation, mill levy comparisons, service plan reviews and continuing disclosure.
Prepare, review and maintain internal and external transaction materials including rating presentations, case studies, credit summaries and internal approval forms.
Coordinate the progress of transaction activities, and track and review transaction materials for accuracy.
Attend client meetings, calls and presentations, taking detailed notes.
Communicate effectively and collaborate with SDG and Piper Sandler team members on a deal-by-deal basis providing relevant and valuable transaction information to support the development of financial models.
Prepare and maintain various marketing materials, including presentations, pitchbooks, research summaries, and market updates.
Build and maintain relationships with industry consultants, developers, and other external partners.
Consistently modeling SDG’s organizational values and contributing to team culture.