Job Description

Job Description

Become part of J.P. Morgan’s Security & Resiliency Initiative (SRI) Investment Banking group and help shape the future of industries essential to America’s economic security. As an Associate, you’ll gain hands-on experience executing high-impact transactions and advising clients in sectors at the forefront of innovation and national resilience.

Job Summary
As an Associate in our Security & Resiliency Initiative (SRI) Investment Banking group, you will be a key player in driving our $1.5 trillion, 10-year commitment to investing in industries critical to America’s economic security. You will participate in the full cycle of transactional execution, including preparing marketing pitches, conducting and reviewing financial analysis, and preparing and presenting internal committee memoranda and client presentations. You will play a leadership role in executing transactions, working closely with analysts, associates, and senior bankers. You will develop strong functional skills in the major areas of investment banking and demonstrate the ability to become a senior officer capable of generating and executing your own transactions. 

 

Job Responsibilities

• Drive investment execution across supply chain, defense, energy, and advanced technology sectors as part of the Security & Resiliency Initiative.
• Develop content for strategic meetings with clients regarding M&A or capital market transactions.
• Interact with senior team members and client management teams daily to execute transactions and discuss strategic alternatives.
• Define, guide, and review detailed valuation analyses, including DCF, trading comparables, transaction comparables, and LBO analyses.
• Define, guide, and review detailed combination and other financial analyses in the context of M&A transactions or pitch situations.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and supervision to Associates and Analysts.
• Participate in graduate recruiting.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Prior work experience in an investment banking front office role.
• Strong financial modeling skills.
• Deep understanding of the transaction cycle and the steps in the process; execution-oriented.
• Impeccable communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with senior professionals, clients, and key stakeholders across the firm.
• Self-directed, highly motivated, and able to work independently.

 

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Experience or interest in sectors critical to economic security, such as supply chain, defense, energy, or advanced technology.
• Demonstrated ability to work on complex, high-impact transactions with multiple stakeholders.
• A well-rounded academic background from a top-tier educational institution.

About Us

JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process. 

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.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans

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.

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