Investment Banking Analyst - Y1 - M&A - Power & Energy (New York)

Reference 26000DR2
Responsibilities
Global Banking and Advisory (GLBA) combines wholesale coverage with world-class product financing and advisory expertise within one team. We currently have open roles within our following investment banking divisions.

• Investment Banking Division (IBD)
• Advisory & Financing Group (AFG)
• Coverage (COV)
• Credit & Structured Finance (CSF)
• Natural Resources & Infrastructure (NAT)
• Syndication (SYN)
  

We provide our issuer clients (corporates, financial institutions, public sector) with capital raising solutions, along with structured financing and commodities, forex, and interest rate hedging. Developing tailor-made products and providing strategic advice (capital structure advisory, financing schemes and capital markets) based on our worldwide expertise and in-depth sectorial knowledge, we aim to meet their financing needs. We are a top player across euro debt capital markets and won many international accolades over the years as a worldwide leader in export, project and natural resources & energy finance.
TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Analyst will work in a generalist capacity within a team of experienced Corporate Finance professionals and will have extensive exposure within the bank and with clients.
In addition to the usual responsibilities expected of an Analyst, the successful candidate will be expected to:

• Prepare financial analyses and models – specifically company valuations
• Prepare company profiles, and more detailed memoranda and presentations describing the key attributes of client companies and acquisition opportunities
• Research potential buyers / investors / targets / opportunities
• Contribute to, and help develop ideas for, potential transactions
• Be proactively involved in every phase of the deal process
• Perform and present ad hoc research to support generation of new business opportunities
• Coordinating with internal functions to obtain all required approvals for the execution of transactions
• Understand product and market dynamics through comparables and markets analysis
• Credit analysis and preparation of credit applications
• Keep up with industry trends
  

Required
Profile required
REQUIRED:

• Strong analytical skills
• Knowledge of corporate finance valuation and financial accounting concepts
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well in teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated work ethic, positive attitude, attention to detail, and ability to multi-task
• SIE, Series 7/79 and Series 63 certifications. If not already obtained, must complete within five months of hire
  

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word
  

PRIOR WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Less than 1 year of Investment Banking experience including participation in formal summer analyst programs
  

EDUCATION:

• Bachelors Degree from a top-tier university (preferably in Economics, Accounting, or Finance)
  

Business insight
Societe Generale is committed to offering an inclusive recruitment experience to all candidates. If you require any reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to let our Recruiters know.
OUR CULTURE:
At Societe Generale, we live by our 4 core values of commitment, responsibility, team spirit and innovation. We are engaged and demonstrate consideration for others. We act ethically and with courage. We focus our talent and energy on collective success. We experiment and propose new ideas. This way, we maximize our ability to serve client needs and anticipate market changes. Societe Generale is committed to strengthening bonds with colleagues, communities, and the world in which we live, because relationships are at the heart of how we operate. For more information about our Culture and Conduct initiatives, please visit this link ( INCLUSION & BELONGING (“DIB”):
Our DIB Mission: Recruit, develop, retain and advance a talented workforce that is united in our efforts to leverage our talent and further develop an inclusive environment that will enhance our competitive position and deliver innovative solutions to our clients. It seeks to foster an environment where employee differences are valued and where all employees feel engaged, supported, respected, and informed. For more information about our DIB initiatives, please visit this link: Base salary range does not include overtime pay, bonus and/or other benefits, where applicable. Actual base salary offer will vary based on skills and experience. The role is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and includes a competitive benefits package including 401(k) plan with company match, medical/dental/vision, and other benefits for fertility, wellness, student loans and commuters.