Investment Banking Analyst

What You'll Be Doing

The Investment Banking Analyst role at Stifel Canada is both challenging and stimulating. At the early stages of their career, Analysts focus on maintaining/updating databases, client presentations, research, and financial modeling. As the individual’s career progresses, Analysts will be expected to take on increased responsibilities including managing live transactions and interacting with clients.

Stifel has a strong position in the Canadian market, has an international reach and is continuing to grow by adding top talent. The role offers candidates an opportunity to gain valuable, hands‑on work experience that is focused on the financial markets. In Canada, we are primarily organized into industry teams focused on specific sectors. These include:
Technology, Consumer, Diversified Industries, Life Sciences and Metals & Mining.

Stifel Canada is offering a unique opportunity to work with a well‑seasoned team with an exceptional track record and a large global network of relationships.

Salary
:
The base salary is $100,000 annually.

The Investment Banking Analyst will be in charge of supporting the investment banking team with tasks that will include:

• Perform various corporate and asset valuation methods: comparable companies, precedent transactions and DCF;
• Assist the deal team with the development of recommendations for product offerings, private equity transactions, mergers and acquisitions, and valuations;
• Prepare and review materials used in the financing of clients, including investment memoranda, management presentations and pitchbooks;
• Prepare and use financial models for the purposes of analyzing and evaluating companies and transactions;
• Work with the team to maintain databases on transactions and companies financials/multiples within the sector coverage;
• Perform due diligence, research, analysis, and documentation of live transactions;
• Create presentations for clients to solicit mandates or in support of mandated transactions; and
• Keep abreast of and analyze the impact on clients of current events, critical issues, and relevant news.

A high regard for detail and accuracy are essential. The role of the Investment Banking Analyst is challenging and fast‑paced. It requires dedication, passion for the industry, a solid work ethic and strong ability to function as part of a team.

• Strong financial/analytical skills related to corporate finance and securities analysis;
• High degree of work ethic and motivation, including a willingness to work long hours;
• The ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Ability to work in an open office and team environment;
• A track record of taking initiative;
• A demonstrated proficiency in problem solving; and
• A strong interest in and understanding of financial markets.

• Minimum
  
  Required:
  
  Undergraduate degree in business, with a focus on finance;

• A CFA designation, or the pursuit of a CFA designation is viewed favorably; and

• One to two years of full‑time work experience in corporate finance, investment banking, accounting or private equity is beneficial.

• Expertise with Microsoft Office applications including Excel, PowerPoint and Word; and
• Experience with financial markets software and applications including Bloomberg, Fact Set and Capital IQ.

Stifel Canada () is a leading provider of investment banking services, including advisory and underwriting, institutional sales and trading and research services. We offer a full suite of focused debt capital markets, equity capital markets, financial advisory, and investment services, delivering superior advice and execution to a broad range of corporate clients and…