Analyst, Sector and Strategic Corporate Finance

HSBC is a global banking organization that provides financing, capital markets, and advisory solutions to corporate and financial sponsor clients. The Analyst will support Sector and Strategic Corporate Finance activities through financial modeling, valuation, research, client material preparation, and coordination across investment banking teams to support origination and transaction execution.

What you'll do:

• Build and maintain high-quality financial analysis and models, including:
• Three-statement operating models, merger models, and LBO-style frameworks (where relevant)
• Scenario and sensitivity analysis to support financing and strategic outcomes
• Develop corporate finance analyses including peer benchmarking, valuation and capital structure considerations
• Produce valuations using DCF analysis, trading comparables and transaction comparables (and other approaches as appropriate)
• Research companies using public filings, investor materials, earnings commentary and market data sources
• Support idea generation by identifying potential M&A targets, partners and strategic alternatives leveraging HSBC’s international platform
• Prepare client-facing materials (e.g., pitchbooks, management presentations and transaction documentation support materials)
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders across a multi-product investment banking platform to support a holistic, financing-led coverage model
• Track macro themes and market dynamics across sectors to ensure client dialogue is timely and relevant

What they're looking for:

• In compliance with applicable laws, HSBC is committed to employing only those who are authorized to work in the US. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. as HSBC will not engage in immigration sponsorship for this position
• The role will be based in New York City, with an expectation of in-office attendance from Monday through Friday
• Experience or previous internship in investment banking (or closely related corporate finance experience), with strong analytical foundations
• Demonstrated ability to build and review financial models and valuations to a high standard, with excellent attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to translate analysis into clear client-ready messaging
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Familiarity with market and company intelligence tools (e.g., FactSet, Capital IQ, Bloomberg)
• FINRA licenses: SIE, Series 79, Series 63, or expected to acquire required licenses within 120 days of joining
• Team-first mindset and comfort working at pace across multiple live priorities

Benefits:

• Tailored professional development opportunities
• A robust Wellness Hub
• An industry-leading volunteerism policy
• A generous matching gift program
• A comprehensive program of immersive Sustainability and Climate Change Initiatives
• Employee Resource Groups that support employee development and networking inside and outside of HSBC