Investment Banking Associate

EDUCATION

• Undergraduate degree from a top-tier business/engineering university as well as a strong academic performance.
• MBA candidates will also be considered for associate roles.

Desirable

• Masters Degree in Corporate Finance.
• CFA Charterholder

Skills & Knowledge

• Solid financial modelling and valuation skills: ability to build detailed financial models, analyze impact of proposed transactions on capital structures, perform sensitivities to key business drivers, ability to carry out business valuations applying different approaches, etc. [These skills may be tested as part of the selection process].
• Transactional/deal background focused on execution (i.e., participated in the project management/coordination of deals timely and properly).
• Fluency in Spanish and English is required (ability to interact with global clients on a recurrent basis). Other languages are a plus.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office with strong focus in MS Excel (financial modelling) and MS PowerPoint. User level of Bloomberg, Factset, Refinitiv, Mergermarket and other similar market data tools.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Commitment, rigorous and detail-oriented attitude.
• Excellent communication skills (ability to effectively convey complex ideas, both verbal and written).
• Autonomy and self-responsibility (ability to perform tasks individually and as a team member).
• Self-initiative and motivation.
• Professional maturity and background to interact directly with clients.
• Ability to manage several assignments simultaneously and to assign priorities under challenging timetables and short deadlines.