Syndicated & Leveraged Finance Analyst - Capital Markets Analyst Program

Zions Bancorporation•El Segundo, CA

About The Position

Zions Bancorporation’s full-time, two-year Capital Markets Analyst Program offers early-career analysts formal training and hands-on work alongside experienced banking professionals. Analysts join a product team and contribute to client work while developing professional knowledge and skills. As a Debt Capital Markets Analyst supporting the Syndicated & Leveraged Finance team, you will assist senior team members with originating, structuring, pricing, marketing, and executing syndicated (multi-bank) credit facilities. The role provides exposure to credit markets, lender behavior, market trends, loan documentation, lender engagement, and transaction execution in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Analyst openings are available in several Zions Capital Markets groups and locations. The Syndicated & Leveraged Finance openings are in Los Angeles and Houston. The program is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship, including H-1B sponsorship.

Requirements

Completed or scheduled to complete a BA/BS degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related major before the annual June 7 start date.
Overall GPA of 3.5 or above.
Strong interest in finance and capital markets.
High degree of academic and extracurricular achievement.
Proven analytical ability, critical thinking, and attention to detail.
Solid leadership and interpersonal skills.
Superior written and oral communication skills.
Ability to work well in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Comfort working with colleagues at all levels, from fellow analysts through Managing Directors.
Willingness to commit substantial time and energy to the program.

Responsibilities

Maintain and update market comparables for syndicated loan transactions.
Perform financial and credit analysis, including cash flow modeling, credit metrics, covenant analysis, and capital structure review.
Prepare transaction and marketing materials, including pitch books, lender presentations, and term sheets.
Coordinate with internal and external partners, including relationship managers, legal teams, and operations teams, to support transaction execution, closing, and post-closing administration.
Support the distribution process, including lender outreach, tracking investor feedback, and monitoring syndication progress.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting day one.
Life and disability insurance.
Paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and dependent care accounts.
Paid training.
Paid time off (PTO) and 11 paid federal holidays, plus applicable state holidays.
401(k) plan with company match.
Profit sharing.
Competitive compensation in line with work experience.
Mental health benefits, including coaching and therapy sessions.