Associate

HSBC
New York - United States
S: Competitive

Purpose
To work within HSBC's Global Banking coverage team to assist in the origination and execution of 'event-driven' transactions.

Responsibilities
Support the business activities of the Global Banking coverage model wherever 'event-driven' transactions are being originated and/or executed.
Assist in the preparation of pitching materials to assist senior bankers to win mandates. Assist senior originator with the marketing efforts to clients and to ensure that pro-active client relationships are maintained.
Develop and prepare qualitative and quantitative analysis.
Manage and lead analyst involvement on work projects.
Participate in the training of analysts.
Promote the activities of Global Banking both within and outside the Group.
Act as a resource for the wider Strategic Transaction Group as directed by the Head of STG/Global Sector Teams.
Understand and ensure compliance with all relevant internal and external rules, regulations and procedures that apply to the conduct of the business in which the jobholder is involved.
Maintain HSBC internal control standards, including timely implementation of internal and external audit points together with any issues raised by external regulators..
Undertake all required activities as directed by line manager or as agreed in annual objectives in support of the furtherment of the Global Banking business.

Qualifications

Skills/Experience Required
A generalist Investment Banking/Corporate Finance background – minimum of three years of experience.
Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills
Experience of financial modelling, valuation, and execution
A strong understanding of the financial markets
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Exceptional academic credentials
Bachelors Degree in Finance, Economics, Math, Engineering, or other quantitative field of study

Interpersonal and Personal Effectiveness
Collaborate with others across Global Banking to achieve the overall goal of Global Banking and specifically the Coverage Model.
Uphold the highest level of integrity and act as a role model for all HSBC values and business principles.
Share information, knowledge and ideas with the team.
Demonstrate a commitment to excellence and perform to the highest standards.
Take an active role in initiatives outside of own role; proactively seeking different assignments to accelerate learning

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