Investment Banking Analyst / Associate- Public Finance - Piper Sandler & Co.

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 a Public Finance Investment Banking Analyst or Associate in Houston, TX.

The position is a junior banking role and allows for the opportunity for career growth over time into a more senior position.

The qualified candidate will provide support to senior bankers in providing investment banking services to clients. At Piper Sandler, our team members assume a high level of responsibility and actively participate in all aspects of a transaction.

Responsibilities:

• Developing financial models to structure and optimize transactions
• Preparing analyses on client capital structure, debt capacity and credit profile
• Preparing presentations for financing proposals and new business development
• Interacting with internal and external financing team members in developing, executing and closing of a transaction
• Drafting responses to request for proposals

Qualifications:

• B.S. or B.A. with major(s) in business, economics, finance, public administration or related fields is preferred
• Bilingual, Spanish speaking candidates are encouraged to apply
• Successful candidates will be highly self-motivated and willing to work long hours when needed
• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills are a must and good understanding of financial markets is expected
• Well organized, attention to detail and able to manage multiple projects under pressure
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Advanced user of Excel, PowerPoint and Word
• Experience in using DBC Finance is preferred
• Strong communication and professional presence with clients required
• Experience of 1 to 3 years working (or an internship) in a related field such as banking, accounting or finance is a plus
• Previous experience in public finance with nonprofits or with public agencies is a strong positive

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 public finance group provides underwriting and services to state & local governments and not-for-profit entities. Supported by a broad national platform, our expert teams leverage localized knowledge to facilitate the issuance of taxable and tax-exempt debt across a range of sectors including state & local government, cultural & social service nonprofits, healthcare, higher education, hospitality, project finance, K-12 school districts, senior living, special district, and transportation. Learn more about out public finance team here .

Piper Sandler values a strong culture dedicated to the emotional and physical well-being of our employees. Learn more about our commitment to our employee's health and well-being. Learn more about our benefits program and how we are here for our employees and their families today, tomorrow and beyond.

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.

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