Investment Banking - Investment Grade Finance - Associate

Job Description
We are seeking an Associate to join our industry-leading Investment Grade Finance team.
As an Associate in Investment Grade Finance (IGF), you will function as a fully-integrated team member, in a flat structure that allows for direct client interaction. Team members will rely on the Associate to drive processes, including deal executions and pitching
The IGF team is responsible for originating, structuring and executing bond issuances, syndicated bank facilities, and liability management transactions. J.P. Morgan is the leader in Investment Grade Finance, leading offerings for clients across industries and geographies. We address both broad corporate finance topics as well as detailed execution advice for our clients
Job Responsibilities

• Monitor global rate and credit market dynamics and how they affect our clients' debt portfolios and funding decisions
• Analyze market data, investment grade deal flow and thematic events to provide information to internal teams and external clients
• Prepare client pitches that address capital needs
• Participate in the structuring and marketing of bond and loan executions as well as loan amendments and liability management
• Coordinate with investment banking coverage, interest rate/FX risk management to provide clients with holistic corporate finance and capital structure solutions
• Develop industry specific knowledge of the client base and awareness of key decision makers (i.e. CFOs, Treasurers, Capital Markets Directors)
• Maintain direct dialogue with client coverage officers, debt and equity partners as well as banking syndicate

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• 2+ years prior work experience in an investment banking front office role or the equivalent
• Excellent accounting, finance, quantitative and business writing skills
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field
• Understands transaction cycle and the steps in the process and is execution oriented
• Impeccable communication details with the ability to effectively interact with senior professionals, clients and key stakeholders in other line of business
• Comfortable working in a high pressure environment, possessing superior organizational skills and ability to efficiently multi-task across various deliverable

About Us
JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.
We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans
About the Team
J.P. Morgan's Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.