Public Finance Associate - Western Region - Associate

About the position

The Public Finance Associate position at J.P. Morgan's San Francisco office involves providing investment banking solutions for public sector clients. The role requires adaptability, project management skills, and the ability to work under pressure while producing detailed materials. Associates will develop financial models, perform credit analyses, and execute bond financings, collaborating with various teams within the firm.

Responsibilities

• Develop customized financial models using Excel for bond financing structures
• Utilize industry-approved third-party programs (DBC) to prepare bond structures
• Perform credit and debt capacity analyses for specific credits based on industry/sector
• Prepare responses to requests for proposals required as part of the solicitation process
• Create and manage debt profiles for issuers/credits and evaluate existing debt portfolios for refunding/restructuring opportunities
• Execute bond financings for all issues in which J.P. Morgan participates
• Work closely with all areas of Public Finance, including DCM, various syndicate desks, credit origination, and derivatives marketing to pitch municipal clients and execute transactions
• Interact with various professionals in other areas of the firm to facilitate presentations, RFP responses, and execute bond transactions
• Prepare presentation materials used by bankers and senior management for client meetings and participate in client presentations as required

Requirements

• Work well under pressure in a demanding environment, producing accurate, detailed materials while meeting tight deadlines
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Academic strength, strong teamwork, communication skills, and a high energy level
• Undergraduate degree from a competitive university with coursework in finance or economics
• Previous Public Finance experience at an investment bank or financial advisory firm required
• Experience with DBC software, bond structuring, and transaction execution required