Corporate Finance Analyst

Job description / Role

Details of the division and team

The purpose of this position is to provide the successful candidate with the opportunity to gain exposure to a leading corporate finance franchise as part of a leading international bank. The experience will encompass both advisory and capital markets work (debt and equity).

What we will offer you

A healthy, engaged and well-supported workforce is better equipped to do their best work and, more importantly, enjoy their lives inside and outside the workplace. Thats why we are committed to providing an environment with your development and wellbeing at its center.

You can expect:

• Life insurance
• Accidental death insurance
• Permanent partial disability insurance
• Private medical insurance for you, your spouse and dependent children
• Flexible working arrangements
• 30 days of annual paid leave, plus public holiday and flexible working arrangement
• DB contributions to DIFC Employee Workplace Savings (DEWS)

Your key responsibilities

• Front office, client-centric role
• Working on a variety of complex projects for clients not only situated across the Middle East and North Africa, but also globally
• Opportunity to contribute to the development of new ideas to help clients achieve their strategic and financial objectives
• Use of analytical skills and the ability to solve problems in a fast paced, deadline driven environment
• Project management and involvement in execution of live transactions and pitches
• Attend team discussions and client meetings and able to deliver parts of a presentation
• Specific tasks will depend on the role within the team - to this end the role will vary from project to project
• Tasks may include evaluating companies, financial analysis, developing models for M&A and capital markets transactions, preparing industry analyses for pitches, conducting research, project management and administration and providing support in the execution of live deals
• Opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues both locally and offshore, evolve professionally and personally, and build a firm foundation upon which to specialise later
• Interact with various sector and product teams across the bank, both onshore and offshore
• Support senior bankers in origination and coverage efforts
• Accurate provision of calculations and analysis
• Drafting documentation, discussion materials and pitchbooks
• Fulfilling and keeping up to date with various compliance and DFSA license requirements
• Support the team with administrative tasks
• Contribute positively to franchise building activities
• Engage in regional networking and talent development offerings

Your skills and experience

• Maximum 12 months of prior experience in corporate finance, investment banking and related fields
• Demonstrable track record of seeking out M&A, advisory or capital markets experience (through university societies, vacation projects, internships, or the like) will be viewed positively
• Strong technical skills including financial modelling, financial analysis and understanding of valuation methodologies
• Conscientious, dedicated individual with excellent analytical skills
• Outstanding communication skills (written and verbal) and fluent in English
• Strong proficiency with financial analytics software and Microsoft suite of products
• Commercial instinct, demonstrable passion for finance and capital markets with an affinity for numbers
• Results-driven, perform well under pressure and against tight deadlines
• Bright mind with excellent academic record
• Team player with ability to manage a wide range of responsibilities and contribute to success of franchise
• Committed to excellence and maintain high professional and ethical standards
• Post graduate degree a prerequisite (minimum honours level)
• Academic focus on business or the natural sciences; particularly finance, accounting, investment management, business administration, economics, mathematics, or engineering

How well support you

• Flexible working to assist you balance your personal priorities
• Coaching and support from experts in your team
• A culture of continuous learning to aid progression
• A range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your needs
• Training and development to help you excel in your career

About us and our teams

Deutsche Bank is the leading German bank with strong European roots and a global network.

Deutsche Bank & Diversity

We strive for a culture in which we are empowered to excel together every day. This includes acting responsibly, thinking commercially, taking initiative and working collaboratively.

Together we share and celebrate the successes of our people. Together we are Deutsche Bank Group.

We welcome applications from all people and promote a positive, fair and inclusive work environment.