Investment Banking Division – FIG Italy (London) – Associate

Company: Morgan Stanley
Apply for the Investment Banking Division – FIG Italy (London) – Associate
Location: London
Job Description:

Overview

In this role you will support the Financial Institutions Group in delivering tailored corporate finance solutions, spanning M&A and capital markets, to leading European financial institutions. You will work closely with senior bankers and cross-functional teams on analysis, strategy discussions, and client presentations. The position offers exposure to high-profile transactions and mentorship within a collaborative, integrity-driven culture. You will help shape client outcomes while developing as a bancaire professional.

Pay / Benefits

  • Flexible working arrangements
  • diverse and inclusive culture
  • opportunities to move across the business

Responsibilities

  • Manage and assist in executing corporate finance transactions (IPO, M&A, strategic advisory)
  • Perform financial analysis, strategic research, and industry insights
  • Contribute to team discussions and client meetings
  • Provide rapid, accurate market judgments to colleagues and clients
  • Prepare and deliver clear, compelling client presentations
  • Mentor Analysts and promote a strong team culture
  • Collaborate with senior bankers across groups

Key requirements

  • Top class Master’s degree in finance or related field
  • Investment Banking (corporate finance/M&A) experience or equivalent
  • Fluent in English and Italian
  • Strong analytical and modelling skills
  • Knowledge of accounting and financial concepts; ability to value businesses
  • Leadership, motivation, and ethical standards
  • Strong communication skills (oral and written)
  • Excellent work ethic, attention to detail, and multitasking under deadlines
  • Team player with cross-functional collaboration ability
  • leadership
  • team player
  • proactive and goal-oriented
  • financial modelling
  • valuation
  • M&A analysis

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Posted: October 1st, 2026