Bath Finance Society (BFS)
Investment Banking Analyst
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📢 Applications are now open for the BFS Analyst programme within the Investment Banking Division of Bath Finance Society! 📢
We are looking for 12 Analysts to join our Investment Banking Division across three sector teams: Technology, Media & Telecommunications (TMT), Financial Services (FS), and Industrials & Energy (I&E).
This is an entry-level role and open to all year groups and degree backgrounds, with first-years especially encouraged.
What the Role Involves:
- You will work in a team of 4 analysts, working under a sector Head of Team
- In your team, you will produce two full M&A deal reports over the year — one per term — analysing live transactions in your sector.
- You will conduct company, industry and transaction research, critically evaluating the deal.
- You will build valuation models, using financial statements to judge the purchase price.
What We’re Looking For:
- Curious, analytical and interested in a career in finance
- Strong academic record and eager to build skills in financial modelling and M&A analysis
- No prior finance experience required — we are running workshops covering the technical basics before interviews commence
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What You’ll Gain:
- Exposure to real-world finance through collaborative projects.
- Developed technical knowledge and Excel proficiency by building financial models.
- Enhanced commercial awareness.
- Engagement with like-minded peers
To apply, please visit our website where you will need:
- Your CV
- Two short statements (max 150 words) outlining:
- Why do you want to be an Investment Banking analyst?
- Why should we pick you to join our team?
- A ranked preference for which sector team you'd like to join (TMT / FS / I&E)
It's a great opportunity to build technical, commercial, and interpersonal skills within the University's largest academic society — and a genuinely strong addition to your CV for future applications.
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📅 Deadline: 23:59 Sunday 4th October
Recruitment Process:
Successful applicants will take part in a 30-minute interview The interview has two parts:
- A technical segment based on our technical sheets, accessible here: Interview Materials
- A discussion based on a short article which will be shared following interview invitation.
- No prior knowledge is required, and applicants are not expected to fully master the material.
- The interviews are designed to be supportive, focusing on your ability to think through concepts and demonstrate understanding.
If you have any questions about the role or application process, please feel free to email tcg39@bath.ac.uk
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