The Investment Banking Analyst role at Stifel Canada offers a challenging and intellectually engaging opportunity for candidates at the early stages of their careers. Analysts are initially responsible for maintaining and updating databases, preparing client presentations, conducting research, and building financial models. As experience is gained, Analysts are expected to assume greater responsibility, including supporting and managing live transactions and engaging directly with clients.

Note – This position is based in our Toronto office and requires in-person attendance.

The base salary for this role is $100,000 annually.

The Investment Banking Analyst will be in charge of supporting the investment banking team with tasks that will include:

• Perform various corporate and asset valuation methods: comparable companies, precedent transactions and DCF;
• Assist the deal team with the development of recommendations for product offerings, private equity transactions, mergers and acquisitions, and valuations;
• Prepare and review materials used in the financing of clients, including investment memoranda, management presentations and pitchbooks;
• Prepare and use financial models for the purposes of analyzing and evaluating companies and transactions;
• Work with the team to maintain databases on transactions and companies financials/multiples within the sector coverage;
• Perform due diligence, research, analysis, and documentation of live transactions;
• Create presentations for clients to solicit mandates or in support of mandated transactions; and
• Keep abreast of and analyze the impact on clients of current events, critical issues, and relevant news.

A high regard for detail and accuracy are essential. The role of the Investment Banking Analyst is challenging and fast-paced. It requires dedication, passion for the industry, a solid work ethic and strong ability to function as part of a team.

The successful candidate will possess:

• Strong financial/analytical skills related to corporate finance and securities analysis;
• High degree of work ethic and motivation, including a willingness to work long hours;
• The ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Ability to work in an open office and team environment;
• A track record of taking initiative;
• A demonstrated proficiency in problem solving; and
• A strong interest in and understanding of financial markets.

• An undergraduate degree in business, with a focus on finance;
• A CFA designation, or the pursuit of a CFA designation is viewed favorably; and
• One to two years of internship/co-op or full-time work experience in corporate finance, investment banking, accounting or private equity is beneficial.

• Expertise with Microsoft Office applications including Excel, PowerPoint and Word.