Job Description
Leerink Partners is focused on building a world-class investment banking practice in the healthcare industry. The Associate will support senior bankers in financing transactions and M&A, analyze client business plans, and prepare valuation models and pitch materials for prospective issuers. Responsibilities Contribute to an experienced team working to build a world-class investment banking practice focused on companies in the healthcare industry Provide support to senior bankers in a variety of financing transactions, M&A, and healthcare investment transactions Analyze client business plans, upcoming milestones and financing needs to prepare capital raise consideration materials Prepare a fully distributed valuation model by computing a list of relevant market comparables Prepare comprehensive pitch materials for prospective issuers in the healthcare sector based on appropriate deal size, financing structure and market evaluation Determine market size, product probability of success, and share price appreciation by conducting relevant diligence sessions with Key Opinion Leaders in the healthcare industry Assist the M&A team as a coverage banking analyst with sell-side modeling using the discounted cash flow method Skills Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics or related field (or foreign degree equivalent) At least 18 months of experience with investment banking, investment analysis or investment accounting At least 18 months of experience building and analyzing valuation models, including fully distributed valuation models using methods such as discounted cash flow (DCF) and net asset value (NAV) At least 18 months of experience liaising with clients, understanding their needs, and translating them into actionable analysis and presentations At least 18 months of experience with financial analysis software and tools including Excel and PowerPoint, and databases such as FactSet, CapIQ, QuickBooks or eFront At least 18 months of experience managing multiple tasks to meet deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy in financial analysis and documentation At least 18 months of experience preparing and analyzing clients' financial statements, understanding clients' financial performance and providing qualitative commentaries At least 18 months of experience addressing clients' diligence requests regarding finance, accounting, and tax matters through quantitative analysis At least 18 months of experience applying financial transaction knowledge regarding M&A, financing, and capital requirement to daily tasks Company Overview Leerink Partners is a highly specialized healthcare investment bank with a legacy of excellence in the financial industry. It was founded in 1995, and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship Leerink Partners has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 2 in 2023, 1 in 2022. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.