Job Description:
What is the opportunity?
We are seeking an Associate to play a critical role in building our platform within our US Investment Banking division. Associates will work with Analysts in the development of pitch books and related client materials. Associates will also be heavily involved in transaction execution, new business presentations and client meetings.
What will you do?
Perform in-depth quantitative research and analysis across macroeconomic trends, sector dynamics, and individual companies
Develop and prepare client presentation materials, including detailed pitch books covering various Consumer & Retail sub-sectors
Build and maintain financial models, including valuation frameworks, trading comparables, and relative value assessments
Analyze and model a variety of strategic and financing alternatives for client engagements including, M&A, capital structure optimization, acquisition financing, and debt and equity capital markets transactions
Support live transaction execution through financial and operational due diligence, timeline management, and process coordination
Contribute to client relationship development and ongoing coverage efforts
Support the ongoing development of analysts, helping to cultivate technical expertise and professional growth
What is needed for success?
Bachelor's degree and MBA, MA or MS or equivalent with emphasis in finance/accounting
Minimum of one year of Investment Banking experience and previous experience in the Consumer & Retail space is highly desired
Solid understanding of capital markets and spreadsheet modeling
Outstanding quantitative and qualitative analytical skills; strong knowledge of finance and accounting
Highly motivated with demonstrated ability to manage conflicting priorities and requests
Ability to take initiative and function independently, balanced with strong teaming skills
Strong written and oral communication skills; excellent interpersonal skills with ability to maintain relationships at all levels of organization
Must maintain high standards of professional and ethical conduct
Series 79 & 63 licensed
Value and possess strong competency in the following behaviors: Collaboration, Relationship Building, Communication, Integrity and Operating with Diverse and Inclusive Mindset
What's in it for you?
We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.
A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable
Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
Opportunities to do challenging work
Opportunities to building close relationships with clients
The good-faith expected salary range for the above position is $175,000 - $225,000 depending on class year and factors including but not limited to the candidate's experience, skills, registration status; market conditions; and business needs. This salary range does not include other elements of total compensation, including a discretionary bonus and benefits such as a 401(k) program with company-matching contributions; health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; and paid time-off plan.
RBC's compensation philosophy and principles recognize the importance of a highly qualified global workforce and plays a critical role in attracting, engaging and retaining talent that:
Drives RBC's high performance culture
Enables collective achievement of our strategic goals
Generates sustainable shareholder returns and above market shareholder value
Job Skills
Adaptability, Critical Thinking, Customer Service, Detail-Oriented, Financial Engineering, Financial Statement Analysis, Investments Analysis, Personal Development, Personal Initiative, Teamwork
Additional Job Details
Address: BROOKFIELD PLACE FKA 3 WORLD FINANCIAL CENTER, 200 VESEY STREET:NEW YORK
City: New York
Country: United States of America
Work hours/week: 40
Employment Type: Full time
Platform: CAPITAL MARKETS
Job Type: Regular
Pay Type: Salaried
Posted Date: 2026-10-06
Application Deadline:
Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above
Our Employment Opportunities
At RBC, we are guided by living shared values of Client First, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Excellence and winning together as One RBC. We believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.
