Investment Banking - FIG Central Eastern Europe and Greece - Associate or Senior Analyst - London

Job Description
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is highly motivated to work in a dynamic team and to contribute to our Investment Banking business.
The EMEA Financial Institutions Group (FIG) is responsible for the origination and execution of public and private M&A and capital markets transactions involving corporate, financial sponsor and government clients. We maintain pivotal relationships with many of the most prominent clients in the EMEA financial services industry and aid them, through M&A and capital markets transactions, in delivering on their corporate strategy and structure.
We cover origination and execution of mergers, acquisitions, divestitures and capital markets transactions, as well as market top-tier corporate broking services across the FIG client base, together with colleagues from other product teams.
As an Associate / Senior Analyst within FIG Central Eastern Europe and Greece team, you will play a crucial role in the origination and execution of investment banking mandates across all major product areas. Your responsibilities will include addressing the needs of our clients, contributing to the enhancement of J.P. Morgan's franchise and reputation in the marketplace, and partnering across teams to develop strategies for clients.
You will also be tasked with building detailed financial models, evaluating market data, and preparing client presentations. Under the guidance of senior team leaders, you will manage client transactions from pitch to close, prepare detailed valuation analyses, models and presentations, and devise innovative and creative solutions to complex, real-world business challenges.
Our robust continuing education program will further enhance your ongoing development and career progression.
Job responsibilities

• Play a key role in the coverage of the FIG market across various sectors - banks, asset management, insurance, fintech etc.
• Complete large and complex valuation and analytical exercises
• Support the preparation of presentation books, management presentations, board materials, and other presentation materials for use in M&A and capital markets transactions or strategic client dialogue
• Execute transaction by providing support in due diligence, document preparation, negotiation etc. and liaising with relevant counterparts at the client/other advisers (accounting, legal, etc.)
• Keep abreast of key market and regulatory developments and establishing knowledge of the target client base and relevant market dynamics

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Prior experience in investment banking or financial services
• Proficient financial analysis and modelling skills
• Solid communication and project management skills
• In-depth understanding of investment banking products
• Experience in dealing with clients and other transactional advisers
• Willingness to develop and ability to learn quickly
• Team player with good organisational skills and a rigorous eye for detail
• Excellent technology skills with superior Excel and PowerPoint skills and ability to quickly learn new software applications

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Preference for candidates with FIG experience
• Preference for candidates with any Central Eastern European or Greek languages

This role encompasses the performance of regulated activity. The successful candidate will therefore be subject to meeting regulatory requirements in the assessment of fitness, propriety, knowledge and competence (as assessed by the Firm) and (where appropriate) approval by the relevant regulatory authorities to carry out such activities.
About Us
J.P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products to the world's most prominent corporations, governments, wealthy individuals and institutional investors. Our first-class business in a first-class way approach to serving clients drives everything we do. We strive to build trusted, long-term partnerships to help our clients achieve their business objectives.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
About the Team
J.P. Morgan's Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.