Associate, Investment Banking - Healthcare/Life Sciences

Description

Citizens JMP is currently seeking a Senior Associate, Healthcare Investment Banking candidate focused on Life Sciences industry verticals. The ideal candidate possesses an established investment banking pedigree and skill set including capital structure advisory (debt & equity financing), strategic advisory (sell-side, buy-side, structured transactions) and other corporate finance and industry-specific financial analysis. This candidate will have experience working with biotechnology, pharmaceutical or medical technology companies. You would serve as a key resource in client discussions and presentations, alongside Citizens senior bankers, while participating in the origination and execution of debt, equity and M&A transactions. This is an attractive opportunity for an associate or VP seeking greater client exposure, transaction experience and career advancement opportunities within an entrepreneurial, fast growing organization with competitive pay and benefits. In this role at Citizens, you’re made ready for a fulfilling career with exciting new challenges and opportunities to stretch yourself!

Primary responsibilities include

• Play a leadership role in transaction execution including mergers and acquisitions, initial public offerings, follow-on public offerings, and other equity capital markets activities as well as debt capital markets offerings within the Life Science sector
• Develop relevant and actionable strategic and financing ideas, create thematic pitch content and analyze relevant industry trends in the delivery of presentations to existing and prospective clients 
• Help establish and cultivate long-term relationships with key decision makers at the C-suite level within middle market and growth companies, VCs and financial sponsors
• Prepare and present marketing materials for financing and M&A clients and act as a quarterback in all phases of transaction execution with both clients and counterparties 
• Attend  and support conferences to bolster industry knowledge, establish new relationships and support existing client relationships 
• Oversee financial modeling and due diligence activities that support analytical decision making 
• Mentor and train analysts and associates
• Collaborate on cross-selling efforts with Citizens Commercial Bankers 

Qualifications, Education, Certifications and/or Other Professional Credentials

• Minimum of 5+ years of relevant experience in investment banking and / or capital markets 
• Preference for industry knowledge and transaction experience within biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, or medical technology verticals 
• Proven capital markets and M&A experience with strong financial modeling and analysis skills
• 4 year degree from an accredited university; Master's degree preferred, but not required
• Series 79 & 63 licenses
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with ability to interact with clients and internal decision makers
• Very strong quantitative and analytical skills
• Ability to manage projects independently and assume a high level of responsibility

Hours & Work Schedule

• Hours per Week:  40 +
• Work Schedule:  Monday to Friday 

Pay Transparency 

The salary range for this position is $175,000 - $225,000 per year, plus an opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus. Actual pay is based on various factors including but not limited to the work location, and relevant skills and experience.  ​

We offer competitive pay, comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, retirement benefits, maternity/paternity leave, flexible work arrangements, education reimbursement, wellness programs and more. Note, Citizens’ paid time off policy exceeds the mandatory, paid sick or paid time-away policy of very local and state jurisdiction in the United States. For an overview of our benefits, visit https://jobs.citizensbank.com/benefits

Some job boards have started using jobseeker-reported data to estimate salary ranges for roles. If you apply and qualify for this role, a recruiter will discuss accurate pay guidance.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At Citizens, we are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that enables colleagues to bring their best selves to work every day. Employment decisions are based solely on experience, performance, and ability. Citizens, its parent, subsidiaries, and related companies (Citizens) provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, citizenship, physical or mental disability, perceived disability or history or record of a disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression (including transgender individuals who are transitioning, have transitioned, or are perceived to be transitioning to the gender with which they identify), genetic information, genetic characteristic, marital or domestic partner status, victim of domestic violence, family status/parenthood, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy/childbirth/lactation, colleague’s or a dependent’s reproductive health decision making, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state and/or local laws.

Equal Employment and Opportunity Employer

Citizens is a brand name of Citizens Bank, N.A. and each of its respective affiliates.