Leveraged Finance Investment Banking Analyst - NYC

2027 Investment Banking Analyst, Leveraged Finance

New York, NY

Why work for Scotiabank?

Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. We are powered by our 97,000 high-performing teammates who make a real difference across the globe as a leading provider of advice, products, digital experiences, and financial services. At Scotiabank, we’re passionate about bringing our whole selves to work, allowing us to create inclusive work environments for everyone to enjoy.

Front Office Analysts have access to Capital Ideas, the Global Banking and Markets Learning Program, as well as frequent interactive learning sessions led by our experienced professionals. Analysts will also have access to our Mentorship program where students will be teamed-up with a mentor who will serve as a guide for professional and personal development.

We are committed to offering you extensive opportunities for training, hands-on experience, and career advancement. Simply put, your future is our investment.

Scotiabank Global Banking and Markets

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. Scotiabank's strong U.S. presence provides our clients an important bridge to this key global market for trade and investment flows across the Americas and the world.

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.

Be part of an innovative, Global Capital Markets and Investment Banking business with a unique geographic footprint that puts capital to work for our clients across industries! We work together to drive ambition for every future!

What will my responsibilities look like?

• 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

Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? We’d love to work with you if:

• You have 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
• You have a strong interest in financial markets, credit analysis, debt capital markets, and leveraged finance
• You have a proven record of outstanding achievement in academic and extracurricular activities
• You work seamlessly within MS Office Suite with expertise in Excel and Power Point
• You have strong quantitative skills focused on financial analysis and accounting
• You can manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining exceptional attention to detail and delivering high-quality work under tight deadlines
• You have strong written and verbal communication skills and can clearly present detailed financial analysis to various stakeholders
• You are a collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced, transaction-oriented environment

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