Job Description
Strategic Solutions Group (SSG) Analyst. Ideal candidate will have prior experience working as an analyst for a global investment bank with fundamental credit focused training (leveraged, distressed or structured finance) or Mergers & Acquisitions and will be able to work independently and function as part of a team. This person must be exceedingly well-organized, flexible and enjoy a variety of challenges. Ideal candidate thinks out-of-the box and has a desire to execute on creative solutions that touch multiple areas of a global investment bank. The Analyst will be a fundamental team member of a core group within the organization that interacts with a wide variety of bank and securities products both domestic and internationally. The responsibilities for the Analyst include: Constructing and analyzing detailed financial models. Performing financial valuation, discounted cash flow and multiples-based analyses. Fundamental credit analyses and research including analyzing credit documentation. Assisting in financing structuring, underwriting transaction evaluation, due diligence and execution. Assisting in running sell-side processes and assessing M&A transactions. Preparing presentation materials and participating in deal and product pitches. Conducting industry and product research. Liaising with industry and product partners with direct interaction with risk management. Qualifications: Bachelor Degree in Finance or Economics and a minimum of 1-2 years of investment banking experience with a top tier global bank. Prior credit training, structured credit and / or leveraged finance experience preferred. M&A experience is a plus. Ability to work independently and must be able to work effectively in a team environment. Ability to work under pressure and adhere to tight deadlines. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Strong quantitative, communication, interpersonal skills and ability to convey ideas. Advanced proficiency with CapitalIQ, Bloomberg, Microsoft Office. Series 79 & 63. Personal Traits: High degree of initiative and motivation. Attention to detail. Composure and confidence to manage conflicting priorities. Capability to apply oral and written communication skills to create a positive impression and professional rapport. Creative. Seeking new opportunities to learn and expand beyond traditional investment banking roles. Company Overview. Mizuho Americas is a leading financial institution comprising several legal entities, which together offer clients corporate and investment banking, financing, securities, treasury services, asset management, research and more. Mizuho's operations in the Americas connect a broad client base of major corporations, financial institutions and public sector groups to local markets and a vast global network. Mizuho Americas is an integral part of the Japan-based Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. (NYSE: MFG), which is comprised of offices in nearly 40 countries, approximately 60,000 employees, and assets of more than USD 1.8 trillion. Learn more at mizuhoamericas.com. Mizuho offers a competitive total rewards package. We are an EEO Employer -M/F/Disability/Veteran. #LI-MIZUHO.