Corporate & Investment Banking Associate - TMT
At a glance
Junior Investment & Corporate Development role at Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation. Los Angeles · $150,000–$200,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Help senior bankers deepen client relationships, spot strategic opportunities, and connect clients with relevant bank products
- Build pitch presentations and marketing materials, shaping financing ideas across different parts of the capital structure
- Track TMT industry shifts and competitors, then turn research into insights and presentations for strategic discussions
- Run due diligence, transaction documents, and internal approvals for lending and capital markets deals
- Coordinate with product teams across the bank to assemble financing and other solutions around client needs
What you bring
- A bachelor’s degree is required
- You have two to four years in investment banking, corporate finance, or a related area
- Advanced skills in PowerPoint, Word, and Excel are required
- You hold FINRA Series SIE, 79, and 63 licenses, or can obtain them within a reasonable timeframe
Who this fits
This associate role suits someone who can turn complex information into clear client materials, communicate confidently, and manage competing deadlines. You should bring a solid grasp of TMT industry dynamics and adapt well as priorities and processes change. The role is based in Los Angeles and uses a hybrid model; you must live within reasonable commuting distance of the office. Some FINRA-registered roles may require in-office attendance throughout the workweek.
From the employer
SMBC Group is a top-tier global financial group. Headquartered in Tokyo and with a 400-year history, SMBC Group offers a diverse range of financial services, including banking, leasing, securities, credit cards, and consumer finance. The Group has more than 130 offices and 80,000 employees worldwide in nearly 40 countries. Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc. (SMFG) is the holding company of SMBC Group, which is one of the three largest banking groups in Japan. SMFG’s shares trade on the Tokyo, Nagoya, and New York (NYSE: SMFG) stock exchanges.
In the Americas, SMBC Group has a presence in the US, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, and Peru. Backed by the capital strength of SMBC Group and the value of its relationships in Asia, the Group offers a range of commercial and investment banking services to its corporate, institutional, and municipal clients. It connects a diverse client base to local markets and the organization’s extensive global network. The Group’s operating companies in the Americas include Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp. (SMBC), SMBC Nikko Securities America, Inc., SMBC Capital Markets, Inc., SMBC MANUBANK, JRI America, Inc., SMBC Leasing and Finance, Inc., Banco Sumitomo Mitsui Brasileiro S.A., and Sumitomo Mitsui Finance and Leasing Co., Ltd.
The anticipated salary range for this role is between $150,000.00 and $200,000.00. The specific salary offered to an applicant will be based on their individual qualifications, experiences, and an analysis of the current compensation paid in their geography and the market for similar roles at the time of hire. The role may also be eligible for an annual discretionary incentive award. In addition to cash compensation, SMBC offers a competitive portfolio of benefits to its employees.
Role Description
Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) is seeking a Corporate & Investment Banking Associate to join our Technology, Media & Telecommunications (TMT) Coverage. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on complex, high-profile transactions, lead critical workstreams, and partner with senior bankers to deliver strategic financing solutions for corporate clients and financial sponsors in the TMT sector.
Role Objectives: Delivery
Key Responsibilities
- Client Engagement: Support senior bankers in managing client relationships, identifying strategic opportunities, and driving cross-sell initiatives across SMBC’s product suite.
- Origination & Marketing: In collaboration with senior bankers, take the lead in generation of high-impact content and pitch materials, including compelling presentations, marketing collateral, and innovative financing ideas across the capital structure.
- Market & Sector Research: Monitor industry trends, analyze competitive dynamics, and contribute to strategic discussions through well-researched insights and presentations.
- Deal Execution: Coordinate due diligence processes, manage documentation, and oversee internal approval workflows for lending and capital markets transactions.
- Collaboration: Work closely with product partners across the bank including Debt Capital Markets, Project Finance, Derivatives, Leveraged Finance, Equity Capital Markets, Cash Management, Leasing Finance, Trade Finance, and Lending Management to deliver integrated solutions tailored to client needs.
Qualifications and Skills
Qualifications
- Strong ability to synthesize complex information into clear, compelling content for client-facing materials.
- Excellent communication skills—able to present ideas confidently in both written and verbal formats.
- Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
- Solid understanding of TMT industry dynamics and ability to translate insights into actionable ideas.
- Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt quickly to evolving processes.
Requirements
- Education: BA/BS degree required.
- Experience: 2–4 years of relevant experience in investment banking, corporate finance, or related field.
- Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.
- Licensing: FINRA Series SIE, 79, and 63 required (or ability to obtain within a reasonable timeframe).
Additional Requirements
SMBC’s employees participate in a Hybrid workforce model that provides employees with an opportunity to work from home, as well as, from an SMBC office. SMBC requires that employees live within a reasonable commuting distance of their office location. Prospective candidates will learn more about their specific hybrid work schedule during their interview process. Hybrid work may not be permitted for certain roles, including, for example, certain FINRA-registered roles for which in-office attendance for the entire workweek is required.
SMBC provides reasonable accommodations during candidacy for applicants with disabilities consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please let us know at accommodations@smbcgroup.com.