Standard Chartered Bank Graduate – Investment Banking Programme 2024

Standard Chartered Bank Graduate – Investment Banking Programme 2024

Standard Chartered Bank is an international financial institution that boasts both agility and impactful reach. Operating for over 160 years, we have committed ourselves to making a positive difference for our clients, communities, and employees. Our ethos involves challenging norms, embracing challenges, and actively seeking avenues for growth and improvement. As a leading global bank, we are dedicated to fostering prosperity for individuals and businesses across Asia, Africa, and the Middle East.

We are currently inviting applications for the following position:

Title: 2024 – Graduate – Investment Banking – Nigeria

Job ID: 2300016604

Location: Lagos

Schedule: Full-time

Job: Business Support, Management & Efficiency

Employee Status: Permanent

Job Description

• Our Corporate, Commercial, and Institutional Banking division offers an Investment Banking Graduate Programme at Standard Chartered Bank, enabling individuals to reach their full potential. Here, you will encounter an environment where ambition meets impact, allowing you to engage in challenging projects, acquire new skills, and create meaningful contributions to the world.
• For over 160 years, we have provided exceptional financing, investment, treasury, and strategic advisory services, supporting our clients’ growth in crucial moments. We serve as the preferred banking partner for over 5,000 clients, spanning various sectors such as large corporates, financial institutions, governments, small and medium-sized enterprises, and investors. Our role involves facilitating global trade, capital, and investment flows worldwide.
• Within our Investment Banking team, we offer corporate and advisory services, aiding clients in capital raising, underwriting, IPOs, mergers and acquisitions, and executing advisory mandates. Collaborating with corporations, financial institutions, and governments, we strive to accomplish their strategic objectives through innovative solutions in intricate cross-border transactions.

Program Overview

• Our 18-month graduate program provides comprehensive support for launching a global banking career. The induction phase involves networking opportunities with peers and senior executives across the Bank, laying the foundation for career development. The training curriculum focuses on enhancing technical, business, and interpersonal skills, incorporating real-world simulations and case studies.
• Future skill development remains a pivotal focus of the program, aligning with our commitment to revolutionizing banking for the betterment of all.

Roles and Responsibilities

• As an Investment Banking graduate, you will engage in hands-on roles from day one, enabling rapid skill development and integrating seamlessly into our team. Responsibilities include conducting research and analysis, financial modeling and valuation, and crafting investment materials and presentations.
• By supporting senior bankers within our mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and Industry teams, you’ll gain expertise in cross-border deals, participating in the execution of corporate finance transactions and developing detailed financial models. Additionally, you’ll contribute to origination and execution, conduct due diligence, and assist in project management for live transactions.

Eligibility and Requirements

• We welcome students from diverse academic backgrounds and encourage applicants with outstanding academic achievements and extracurricular involvement.
• We seek agile multi-taskers capable of handling pressure, possessing analytical minds, attention to detail, relationship-building skills, and a drive towards achieving goals.
• Technical positions are well-suited for individuals proficient in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, and Statistics.
• Applicants should be final-year students, available to commence in July 2024, and possess the permanent legal right to work in their applying country.

Exceptions

For the UK and UAE, we consider candidates requiring visa sponsorship. In the UAE, priority is given to UAE nationals. In US Graduate roles, we do not consider applicants seeking Optional Practical Training (OPT) or Curricular Practical Training (CPT) employment.