Job description

At HSBC, the health and well-being of our employees remains of utmost importance. Many of our roles are permitted to work from home (in states in which HSBC is licensed to operate) until further notice. Upon resumption of normal operations, this role may be performed at our New York, New York office.

Our Associates are the future leaders of our Investment Bank! This role is for an Associate that will focus on the Corporate Finance Solutions aspect of Strategic Solutions Group (SSG). Corporate Finance Solutions is a global team and the role requires a collaborative mind-set to partner regionally and globally with Banking and Product colleagues. The role involves financial analysis, content development and the client presentations. As part of the CFS team, the Associate will partner with bankers and product specialists to both evaluate and anticipate client needs through forward-thinking analysis. The Associate is expected to present robust analysis and stay informed of emerging and evolving client and industry themes.

About Us

HSBC is one of the largest banking and financial services organizations in the world, with operations in 64 countries and territories. We aim to be where the growth is, enabling businesses to thrive and economies to prosper, and, ultimately, helping people to fulfill their hopes and realize their ambitions.

The Strategic Solutions Group (SSG) is part of HSBC’s Capital Financing and Investment Banking Coverage within Global Banking and Markets. SSG is responsible for developing analytics, insightful content and structuring solutions for clients across sectors, focusing on three pillars:

• Corporate Finance Solutions (CFS)

• ESG Solutions

• Capital Solutions

Here's what you might expect on a typical day:

• Assist in the preparation of client presentation materials

• Perform varied financial analysis, for example:

  • Modelling of ROIC and corporate finance metrics

  • Develop optimal capital structure and capital allocation recommendations for clients based on benchmarking and reviewing relevant stakeholder constraints, including ratings, tax, accounting, and regulatory

  • Review balance sheet structure across debt and equity, including considerations for acquisitions and spinoffs

  • Valuation impact of CapEx, M&A, dividends, debt and equity buybacks

• Assist in the execution of capital markets transactions, including structuring of the terms and conditions, and efficiently managing other key deal management logistics

• Synthesize market observations and developments to identify relevant themes for clients

• Work in conjunction with the Banking and Capital Markets product partners to prepare client marketing materials including, presentations and client briefing notes

• Create, maintain, industrialize, and standardize models to address frequent analysis

Requirements

Employment eligibility to work with HSBC in the U.S. is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions.

• Bachelor degree in Finance, Economics, or other quantitative field, and a minimum of 2-3 years of relevant work experience

• Drive and Motivation: Successfully handles multiple tasks, takes initiative to improve his/her own performance, works intently towards challenging goals

• Communication skills: Strong communication skills needed. Communicates what is relevant and important in a clear and concise manner, shares information and new ideas with others

• Teamwork: A strong team player, with the ability to collaborate with various stakeholders, encourage team members to participate, and acknowledges others’ contributions

• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; VBA proficiency would be viewed positively

• Strong knowledge of data providers including FactSet and Capital IQ would be beneficial

As an HSBC employee, you will have access to tailored professional development opportunities to ensure you have the right skills for today and tomorrow. We offer a competitive pay and benefits package including a robust Wellness Hub, all in a welcoming, diverse and inclusive work environment. You will be empowered to drive HSBC’s engagement with the communities we serve through an industry-leading volunteerism policy, a generous matching gift program, and a comprehensive program of immersive Sustainability and Climate Change Initiatives. You’ll want to join our Employee Resource Groups as they play a central part in life at HSBC, including the development of our employees and networking inside and outside of HSBC. We value difference. We succeed together. We take responsibility. We get it done. And we want you to help us build the bank of the future!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

HSBC is one of the world’s largest banking and financial services organizations. Our global businesses serve around 39 million customers worldwide through a network that covers 62 countries and territories. Our customers range from individual savers and investors to some of the world’s biggest companies, governments and international organizations. We aim to connect them to opportunities and help them to achieve their ambitions.