Mizuho Banking Americas (BA)provides corporate and investment banking coverage, sponsor coverage, advisory and solutions and loan capital markets/syndicatetoMizuho’s client base of leading international corporations, financial institutions and public sector entities in the U.S. and Canada.

BA supports client business activities throughout the region with an extensive range of capital markets and lending capabilities and an integrated team of coverage, advisory and product bankers responsible for client relationship management andstrategictransaction development to execute banking and securities mandatesand originateidea generation for potential acquisitions, divestitures and investment opportunities.

Job Summary :

U.S. Investment BankingAnalysts are directly involved in the design, origination, structuring and execution of mergers & acquisitions and capital raising transactions for existing and prospective Mizuho clients. An Analyst is expected to understand the implications, identify key Financial Institutions industry and product trends and provide input on pitch and deal materials to enhance the ultimate deliverable to our clients.

Analysts are assigned to a variety of projects and are given a broad range of responsibilities. Expectations include:

• Become an expert in the Financial Institutions sector and in particular this group’s core specializations (FinTech, Specialty Finance, Insurance, Asset Management, BDCs)
• Lead execution of live transactions including preparation of detailed memoranda and presentations and analyzing the key attributes of client companies
• Apply advanced financial, economic, quantitative and qualitative methods and principles to evaluate and execute acquisitions, financings and capital raising transactions
• Financial modeling, valuation, comparable & relative value analyses and market-specific analysis
• Draft client pitches and marketing materials
• Review and comply with applicable firm policies and escalate risks that he/she identifies to the line manager and the relevant risk and control functions on a timely basis
• Assist in the development and continued cultivation of client relationships
• Maintain internal databases to track comparables, deal flow, and capital markets activity

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or related field or a minimum of 1 year of investment banking experience
• Candidate must have experience in the Financial Institutions industry sector
• Strong understanding of the Financial Services industry; M&A execution experience is a plus
• Exceptional financial modeling skills
• 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
• Maturity and good judgement in handling confidential and sensitive information
• Proactive with an 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, Capital IQ, Bloomberg, and Microsoft Office Suite
• Series 79 & 63 will be required at hire or soon thereafter

The expected base salary ranges from $100K - $120k. 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 requirements

Mizuho 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.

Company Overview

Mizuho Americas is the fastest growing region within Mizuho Financial Group (NYSE: MFG), the 15th largest bank in the world with total assets of approximately $2 trillion. Mizuho Americas is a leading provider of corporate and investment banking services to clients in the US, Canada, and Latin America and our capabilities span investment and corporate banking, capital markets, equity and fixed income sales & trading, derivatives, FX, custody and research. Mizuho Americas employs more than 3,000 professionals across 15 offices within the Americas. Learn more at www.mizuhoamericas.com.

Mizuho Americas offers a competitive total rewards package.

We are an EEO/AA Employer -M/F/Disability/Veteran.

We participate in the E-Verify program.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

We are a leading global bank, with one of the largest customer bases in Japan, and a global network of financial and business centers. We continue to pride ourselves on our "customer first" principle as a centerpiece in servicing both our individual and corporate customers, with the goal of becoming their most trusted bank.