Salary Range
$100,000 – $250,000+
Job Outlook
7% growth through 2032
Education
Bachelor's in Finance or Economics; MBA strongly preferred
Work Settings
Onsite
About This Career
Investment Bankers advise corporations and governments on capital raising, mergers and acquisitions, and complex financial transactions. They create pitch books, build financial models, and manage deal execution.
Top Skills
Financial modelingM&A analysisDCF/LBO modelingPitch book creationDue diligenceClient relationship management
Typical Responsibilities
- Build complex financial models (DCF, LBO, M&A)
- Create pitch books and presentations
- Conduct due diligence on transactions
- Manage deal execution process
- Analyze market and industry trends
- Support client relationships
Common Certifications
✓ Series 7✓ Series 79✓ Series 63✓ CFA
Career Progression
1
Analyst
0-3 years experience
2
Associate
3-6 years experience
3
Vice President
6-10 years experience
4
Director
10-14 years experience
5
Managing Director
14+ years experience
ATS Keywords to Include in Your Resume
M&ADCFLBOfinancial modelingpitch booksdue diligencecapital markets
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Hiring Industries
Bulge Bracket BanksBoutique Investment BanksPrivate EquityConsulting
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