Investment Banking Analyst 1 to Associate 0 – Israel Coverage

Company Overview:

Jefferies is a leading global investment bank delivering strategic financial advisory, capital markets, and asset management services to clients worldwide. We are committed to providing exceptional insights and innovative solutions to help clients navigate the complexities of the financial markets. As we expand our footprint in Israel, we seek dynamic professionals to join our growing investment banking team.

Jefferies Israel Coverage:

Jefferies Investment Banking Israel Coverage Group provides a full suite of advisory and capital markets capabilities to clients in Israel and US corporations of Israeli origin or with strong Israeli affiliation. Jefferies Israel Coverage Group is a leading advisor to Israeli companies with an extensive track-record of M&A advisory, IPOs and raising capital. Since January 2021, Jefferies Israel Group has advised on 55 transactions with a total value of over $53B across Capital Markets and M&A. Jefferies was the top investment bank in Israel in 2024 based on market share, total fees and number of transactions (Dealogic data). With team members strategically located in both Tel Aviv and New York, we successfully advised on 22 Israeli transactions in 2024, mostly cross border, representing a total value of $12B across Capital Markets and M&A.

Jefferies hosts the largest institutional investor tech conference in Israel each year. Jefferies Tech Trek 2023 included ~1,000 registrants and 100 of Israel’s most exciting Public and Private Tech Companies.

Position Summary:

We are looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented Investment Banking Analyst to join our Israel Investment Banking Team. The role offers a unique opportunity to gain exposure to cross-border M&A, capital markets, and strategic advisory transactions. The position is ideal for a candidate seeking to work at the intersection of Israel’s vibrant tech, industrial, and financial markets while being part of a premier global platform.

Candidates can initially be based in New York or Tel Aviv with the role permanently transitioning to Tel Aviv in ~6-9 Months.

Key Responsibilities:

• Transaction Support: Assist in the execution of M&A, equity, and debt financing transactions, including financial modeling, valuation analysis, due diligence, and preparation of client deliverables.
• Market Research: Conduct comprehensive research on industries, market trends, and target companies, with a focus on Israel’s technology, life sciences, and industrial sectors.
• Client Engagement: Prepare materials for client meetings and participate in strategic discussions with senior management teams.
• Financial Analysis: Build detailed financial models to support investment recommendations and valuation assessments.
• Presentation Preparation: Develop pitch materials, investment memos, and board presentations to support deal origination and execution efforts.
• Cross-Border Collaboration: Work closely with Jefferies’ global teams, including sector and product specialists, to provide integrated solutions for Israeli and international clients.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, accounting, or a related field; advanced degrees or professional certifications (e.g., CFA) are a plus.
• Experience: 1-3 years of experience in investment banking, at a global investment bank
• Technical Proficiency: Strong financial modeling and valuation skills; proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and financial databases (e.g., Bloomberg, FactSet).
• Global Perspective: Understanding of both Israeli and international markets, with an interest in cross-border transactions.
• Language Skills: Fluency in both Hebrew and English is required.
• Citizenship : Israeli Citizenship is required. Dual Citizenship is a preferred.
• Analytical Skills: Exceptional problem-solving abilities with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly.
• Cultural Adaptability: Willingness to relocate to Israel permanently and adapt to the local market environment.
• Team Player: Ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment with a strong work ethic.

About Us

Jefferies Financial Group Inc. (‘‘Jefferies,’’ ‘‘we,’’ ‘‘us’’ or ‘‘our’’) is a U.S.-headquartered global full service, integrated investment banking and securities firm. Our largest subsidiary, Jefferies LLC, a U.S. broker-dealer, was founded in the U.S. in 1962 and our first international operating subsidiary, Jefferies International Limited, a U.K. broker-dealer, was established in the U.K. in 1986. Our strategy focuses on continuing to build out our investment banking effort, enhancing our capital markets businesses and further developing our Leucadia Asset Management alternative asset management platform. We offer deep sector expertise across a full range of products and services in investment banking, equities, fixed income, asset and wealth management in the Americas, Europe and the Middle East and Asia.

At Jefferies, we believe that diversity fosters creativity, innovation and thought leadership through the infusion of new ideas and perspectives. We have made a commitment to building a culture that provides opportunities for all employees regardless of our differences and supports a workforce that is reflective of the communities where we work and live. As a result, we are able to pool our collective insights and intelligence to provide fresh and innovative thinking for our clients.

Jefferies is committed to creating and sustaining a diverse workforce and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. This includes applicants from historically underrepresented groups, including women, racial and ethnic minorities, members of the LGBTQ community, military veterans, and individuals with disabilities or who are neurodiverse.

Jefferies is an equal employment opportunity employer, and takes affirmative action to ensure that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, genetic information, reproductive health decisions, or any other factor protected by applicable law. We are committed to hiring the most qualified applicants and complying with all federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity laws. As part of this commitment, Jefferies will extend reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, as required by applicable law.