Investment Banking Analyst 1, Technology

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Execute in-depth analyses to support new business development, transaction execution and the delivery of investment banking products and services to clients and prospects. Perform research and financial modeling, apply core valuation methods, and complete due diligence activities at the direction of the Investment Banking team lead. Work closely with client staff to advance projects, gathering necessary information, describing financial modeling methodology, and presenting results directly related to scope of analysis. Provide training and mentorship to summer interns and less experienced Analysts. Responsibilities include but may not be limited to: perform extensive financial/valuation analyses to value debt and equity for mergers, acquisitions and capital raising transactions; build financial models to value potential and actual clients and/or industries, executing core valuation methods such as comparable companies, precedents and discounted cash flow; perform due diligence, research, analysis and documentation of potential and live transactions, identifying potential deal issues and properly escalating concerns; draft management presentations to highlight financial analysis and research results; assist in the development, production and delivery of proposals and presentations to clients and prospects, drafting marketing materials that emphasise the advantages of William Blair; participate in client meetings and drafting sessions; research industries or sectors as identified by senior bankers, evaluating and improving BIC content; seek opportunities to streamline processes; support client relationship development; develop an understanding of macro factors related to client industry, investment banking products and potential implications; mentor summer interns and invest in teaching subsequent classes of analysts. Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree required. Internship or prior work experience in financial services industry preferred. Proven track record in university studies required. Detail oriented with strong analytical abilities. Excellent mathematical, writing, verbal and computer skills. Ability to adapt to new tasks with little notice. Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously. Strong desire to win. Developing increasingly sound judgement. Thorough understanding of accounting and finance. Commitment to satisfying internal and external customers. Travel required: approximately 5%. Targeted start date for this role will be September / October 2026.