Equity Capital Markets Analysts/Associates are directly involved in the origination, structuring and execution of equity and equity-linked transactions for existing and prospective clients, including initial public offerings, follow-on offerings, and convertible securities. An Analyst/Associate is expected to understand the implications, identify key industry and product trends, and provide input on pitch and deal material to enhance the ultimate deliverable.
The Analyst/Associate will support Senior Managing Directors in originating and executing equity products for the firm’s corporate clients. Analyst/Associate will collaborate with all parts of the bank, including Corporate/Investment Banking, as well as Debt Capital Markets. Equity Capital Markets spans across industry sectors.
ResponsibilitiesThe Analyst/Associate will serve as a key team member responsible for highly complex undertakings which combine complex economic and financial analyses for our clients. Analysts/Associates are assigned to a variety of projects and are given a broad range of responsibilities, some of which include:

• Assist ECM professionals with deal origination and execution across a diverse range of product areas.
• Develop an understanding of market fundamentals and make market-informed contributions based on financing strategies and economic factors that address clients’ specific needs.
• Work on live transactions and interact with clients and professionals from across the organization to build network and experience.
• Work as a product specialist with clients at top management level to create and deliver financing solutions through ECM products using financial and economic data and research.
• Design tailored presentations using and implementing current economic data and research for clients to outline solutions to their financing needs (e.g. general corporate financing, acquisition financing).
• Evaluate risk/return parameters of financing transactions
• Financial modeling, valuation, comparable & relative value analyses and market-specific analysis
• Facilitate and coordinate product group idea generation and solutions development across a broad platform of global capabilities
• Draft client pitches and marketing materials
• Assist in the development and continued cultivation of client relationships

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Finance or Economics and a minimum of 1-3 years corporate finance and capital markets experience with a top tier global bank
• Knowledge of corporate finance, securities, financial markets and risk & pricing analysis
• Aptitude to synthesize large amounts of information and develop innovative ideas and/or product solutions
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to work under pressure and adhere to tight deadlines
• Strong written and oral communication skills and ability to convey ideas
• Creativity and intellectual curiosity
• Ability to work independently and must be able to work effectively in a team environment
• Advanced proficiency with FactSet, CapitalIQ, Bloomberg, Microsoft Office
• Series 79 & 63

The expected base salary ranges from $110K - $175k. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications and licenses obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.
Other RequirementsMizuho has in place a hybrid working program, with varying opportunities for remote work depending on the nature of the role, needs of your department, as well as local laws and regulatory obligations. Roles in some of our departments have greater in-office requirements that will be communicated to you as part of the recruitment process. Company OverviewMizuho Financial Group, Inc. is the 15th largest bank in the world as measured by total assets of ~$2 trillion. Mizuho's 60,000 employees worldwide offer comprehensive financial services to clients in 35 countries and 800 offices throughout the Americas, EMEA and Asia. Mizuho Americas is a leading provider of corporate and investment banking services to clients in the US, Canada, and Latin America. Through its acquisition of Greenhill , Mizuho provides M&A, restructuring and private capital advisory capabilities across Americas, Europe and Asia. Mizuho Americas employs approximately 3,500 professionals, and its capabilities span corporate and investment banking, capital markets, equity and fixed income sales & trading, derivatives, FX, custody and research. Visit www.mizuhoamericas.com.
Mizuho Americas offers a competitive total rewards package.
We are an EEO/AA Employer - M/F/Disability/Veteran.
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We maintain a drug-free workplace and reserve the right to require pre- and post-hire drug testing as permitted by applicable law.