Strategic Financing Solutions - Associate

JPMorgan Chase & Co. • New York, NY

19h

About The Position

The Strategic Financing Solutions (“SFS”) team is a joint venture at the
connection point of Banking & Sales and Trading.   SFS partners across the
Global Banking & Markets franchises on unconventional financing solutions for
strategic situations, including private and emerging financial innovations.  Our
team leads the origination, structuring and development of both on principal
risk & syndicated structures in situations where traditional markets are not the
best fit or where there is a developing   theme.  The team is client centric,
severing as complementary professionals to Trading, Banking Coverage & Capital
Markets teams.

Job Summary:

As an Associate in the Strategic Financing Solutions (SFS) team, you will be a
key player in our business strategy and execution. You will participate in the
"full cycle" of transactional execution including preparing marketing pitches,
reviewing and formulating financial analysis, preparing and presenting internal
committee memoranda and client presentations. You will be working in a dynamic &
busy Capital Markets environment, supporting senior members of the team in
originating & structuring corporate financing transactions across product
areas.  You will support and manage all aspects of the SFS business, including
structure analysis, tracking opportunities, evaluating market developments and
developing marketing content.  You will cover a broad range of industries &
sponsors, and coordinate with various trading desks across asset classes.

Requirements

• Minimum two years in a markets related transactional role, prior work experience in an investment banking front office role, or related role
• Strong quantitative skills and intellectual curiosity
• Quick learner and desire to learn about products across asset classes and industries
• Team player with the ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment and under tight deadlines
• Strong understanding of corporate finance
• Understands transaction cycle and the steps in the process and is execution oriented
• Strong communication details with the ability to effectively interact with senior professionals, clients, and key stakeholders in other line of business
• Self-directed, highly motivated, and able to work independently
• Enthusiasm, creativity, and excellent interpersonal skills
• Personal integrity, initiative, and leadership qualities
• High level of focus on work quality and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Licenses 79,63 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop an understanding of and analyze the transaction structures across a wide range of asset classes, including Digital Infrastructure ABS, Preferred Equity Transactions, Bespoke Loans, Whole Business Securitizations and others
• Analyze and understand corporate financing needs & assets to identify revenue opportunities
• Prepare materials for client calls and meetings, including but not limited to presentations on new products and ongoing market updates. Analysts/Associates are expected to be involved in client calls and meetings
• Facilitate client business by responding to inquiries and pitching new ideas
• Manage the execution process by coordinating among sales, trading, Banking, Risk, legal and other involved parties (compliance, business management, operations etc.)
• Working with rating agencies, lawyers, internal control functions and all deal parties to execute transactions
• Develop new products and platforms to deepen the bank’s product offerings in the credit and loan financing space
• Tracking industry and market developments regarding product offerings

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed