Investment Banking Associate – Financial Services Group

at  Piper Sandler

At Piper Sandler, we connect capital with opportunity to build a better future.
We believe diverse teams with unique backgrounds, skills and experiences yield more innovative solutions. Our mission is to recruit, develop, retain and engage a diverse, high-performing team. Our business enables bright, committed people working in partnership within an environment that allows each person to achieve at a high level. We commit to encouraging and valuing inclusivity because every partner brings unique perspectives that help us better serve our clients.
We are currently looking for an Investment Banking Associate – Financial Services Group – Asset & Wealth Management in New York, NY.
The Asset & Wealth Management Investment Banking Group provides M&A advisory and capital markets services to alternative and traditional asset managers, wealth managers, and investors in these sectors, on a global basis. We are industry experts and trusted advisors to our clients, helping them asses their strategic alternatives and delivering unconflicted, bespoke transaction execution. Our team is amongst the most experienced Asset & Wealth Management coverage groups on Wall Street, having completed over 130 transactions representing >$100 billion in transacted deal value, with an active roster of current projects and a robust M&A and capital markets pipeline for 2025. You can find more information here.

We are seeking to add an Associate to our team of 11 professionals based in New York City. The Associate can expect to receive immediate exposure to a range of M&A and capital raising transactions, other strategic advisory projects, while contributing to ongoing business development. On a day-to-day basis our Associates:

• Provide critical support during all phases of transaction execution
• Build financial models and perform valuation analyses
• Coordinate transaction due diligence
• Work closely with senior bankers
• Conduct industry / company research and idea-generation for business development
• Interface directly with clients
• Mentor and assist in training junior bankers
• Develop a versatile skillset that will serve as a strong foundation for achieving career goals

We are seeking hard-working individuals with demonstrated academic achievement, as well as organizational and teamwork skills, who are looking for a long-term opportunity to grow and advance their career at Piper Sandler.

A successful candidate will possess the following characteristics:

• 2-4 years of prior investment banking experience, preferably in asset & wealth management or financial services
• Degree in finance, business, management, or other related degrees
• Experience and comfort with corporate finance, accounting, financial modeling, and valuation techniques
• Strong work ethic, with an ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multi-task, and learn quickly
• Detail-oriented and analytical mindset
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Positive attitude with a desire to work with and contribute to the culture of a close-knit team

As a leading investment bank, we enable growth and success for our clients through deep sector expertise, candid advice and a differentiated, highly productive culture.
Our investment banking clients have access to unparalleled guidance through our deep product and sector expertise and ready access to global capital. We take pride in providing our clients with thoughtful advice and diligent execution, no matter the economic environment. Our investment banking group partners with corporate clients and financial sponsors to provide advisory and financing services related to mergers and acquisitions, equity and debt capital markets, private placements, restructuring and corporate & venture services. We offer in-depth knowledge and industry relationships in our core sectors of chemicals, consumer, services & industrials, energy & power, financial services, healthcare and technology.
Piper Sandler values a strong culture dedicated to the emotional and physical well-being of our employees.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, marital status, status as a protected veteran or status with regard to public assistance.
The anticipated starting salary range for New York-based individuals expressing interest in this position is $175,000 - $225,000 per year. Placement within this range is dependent upon level of experience. This position is eligible for annual incentive compensation which will be a part of the total compensation. Total compensation for this position will be competitive with the market.

Please refer the Job description for details