Public Finance Investment Banking Analyst

Job Description: At Piper Sandler, we connect capital with opportunity to build a better future. We enable growth and success of our clients through deep sector expertise, candid advice, and a differentiated, highly productive culture. Our mission is to recruit, develop, and retain high-performing people that are bright, committed, and who work in partnership with others to achieve at a high level. We are currently looking for a Public Finance Investment Banking Analyst to join the public finance team in Seattle, WA. About our Public Finance Group We are a national public finance investment banking franchise with a diversified business focused on middle market issuers and specialty sector expertise. Our core business is partnering with not for profits, private developers, and state and local governments to raise capital for infrastructure projects through the issuance of tax exempt and taxable bonds. We finance a broad spectrum of projects across our regional footprint and our specialty sector coverage. Learn more about our public finance team here. About the Role Our analyst position offers a unique opportunity for ambitious professionals seeking to play a meaningful role in connecting capital with opportunity to finance projects for not-for-profits, governments, and developers who are engaged in building the country's infrastructure. Analysts are involved in all steps related to the completion of bond transactions, from RFP responses to preparing bond sizing cash flows and debt profiles to transaction processes. Analysts should be prepared for direct interaction with senior bankers and clients in a highly competitive, rewarding, team-oriented environment to execute successful financings. Responsibilities: Work on financing community projects with clients such as school districts, cities, counties, universities, utility districts, state agencies Research client debt load, local economy, financial strengths Develop models to structure and optimize debt transactions Prepare analyses on client outstanding debt, future debt capacity and credit profile Assist with marketing to new clients. Prepare presentations for financing proposals and new business development Prepare disclosure documents for bond sales Prepare presentations to bond rating agencies Assist with conference and event planning Interact with clients and other financing team members in coordinating transaction details Draft responses to request for proposals from municipalities seeking assistance Qualifications: B.S. or B.A. with major(s) in business, economics, mathematics, political science, public administration, urban planning or related fields is preferred Interest in or previous experience with public finance or with public agencies is a strong positive Successful candidates will be enthusiastic, highly self-motivated, and to go the extra mile in terms of effort and hours when needed Comfort with analysis and quantitative operations is a must, but no prior experience is required Knowledge of or desire to learn about financial markets Well organized, attention to detail and able to manage multiple projects under pressure Excellent verbal and written communication skills Advanced user of Excel, PowerPoint and Word Experience of 1 to 3 years working in a related field such as banking, accounting or governmental finance a plus, although we will also consider recent graduates Strong communication and professional presence with clients required Piper Sandler values a strong culture dedicated to the emotional and physical well-being of our employees. Learn more about our commitment to our employee’s health, well-being, our benefits program and how we are here for our employees and their families today, tomorrow and beyond here. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, marital status, status as a protected veteran or status with regard to public assistance. The anticipated starting salary range for individuals expressing interest in this position is $80,000 - $100,000 per year. Placement within this range is dependent upon level of experience, location and other factors. This position is eligible for annual incentive compensation which will be part of the total compensation. Total compensation for this position will be competitive with the market. Welcome to Piper Sandler Careers! One of the fastest-growing investment banks in the U.S. We connect capital with opportunity to build a better future. We enable growth and success for our clients through deep sector expertise, candid advice and a differentiated, highly productive culture.

Salary : $80,000 - $100,000