Public Finance Investment Banking Analyst (Finance)
At Piper Sandler, we connect capital with opportunity to build a better future.
We believe diverse teams with unique backgrounds, skills and experiences yield more innovative solutions. Our mission is to recruit, develop, retain and engage a diverse, high-performing team. Our business enables bright, committed people working in partnership within an environment that allows each person to achieve at a high level. We commit to encouraging and valuing inclusivity because every partner brings unique perspectives that help us better serve our clients.
We are currently looking for an Public Finance Investment Banking Analyst to join the team in Seattle, WA.
Our public finance group provides underwriting and financial advisory services to state & local governments and not-for-profit entities. Supported by a broad national platform, our expert teams leverage localized knowledge to facilitate the issuance of taxable and tax-exempt debt across a range of sectors including state & local government, charter schools, cultural & social service nonprofits, healthcare, higher education, hospitality, project finance, K-12 school districts, senior living, special district group, and transportation. Learn more about our public finance team here .
Responsibilities:
- Work on financing community projects with clients such as school districts, cities, counties, universities, utility districts, state agencies
- Research client debt load, local economy, financial strengths
- Develop models to structure and optimize debt transactions
- Prepare analyses on client outstanding debt, future debt capacity and credit profile
- Assist with marketing to new clients. Prepare presentations for financing proposals and new business development
- Prepare disclosure documents for bond sales
- Prepare presentations to bond rating agencies
- Assist with conference and event planning
- Interact with clients and other financing team members in coordinating transaction details
- Draft responses to request for proposals from municipalities seeking assistance
Qualifications:
- B.S. or B.A. with major(s) in business, economics, mathematics, political science, public administration, urban planning or related fields is preferred
- Interest in or previous experience with public finance or with public agencies is a strong positive
- Successful candidates will be enthusiastic, highly self-motivated, and to go the extra mile in terms of effort and hours when needed
- Comfort with analysis and quantitative operations is a must, but no prior experience is required
- Knowledge of or desire to learn about financial markets
- Well organized, attention to detail and able to manage multiple projects under pressure
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Advanced user of Excel, PowerPoint and Word
- Experience of 1 to 3 years working in a related field such as banking, accounting or governmental finance a plus, although we will also consider recent graduates
- Strong communication and professional presence with clients required
Piper Sandler values a strong culture dedicated to the emotional and physical well-being of our employees. Learn more about our commitment to our employee's health and well-being. Learn more about our benefits program and how we are here for our employees and their families today, tomorrow and beyond.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, marital status, status as a protected veteran or status with regard to public assistance.
The anticipated starting salary range for Washington based individuals expressing interest in this position is $70,000 - $100,000 per year. Placement within this range is dependent upon level of experience. This position is eligible for annual incentive compensation which will be a part of the total compensation. Total compensation for this position will be competitive with the market.
Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, as well as, short- and long-term disability. Employees can enroll in our company's 401k plan, and may be eligible for restricted compensation. Employees will also receive a minimum of 17 days of paid time off annually in addition to the ten paid holidays offered throughout the calendar year.
