Associate - Investment Banking - Public Finance

Loop Capital
Chicago, IL
Associate – Investment Banking – Public Finance Location: Chicago Full/Part-Time: Full-Time FLSA Status: Exempt Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Salary Range: $110,000 - $160,000 Loop Capital is a full-service investment bank, brokerage, asset management and advisory firm that provides creative capital solutions for corporate, governmental, and institutional entities across the globe. Loop Capital and its affiliates serve clients in fixed income asset management, corporate and public finance, financial advisory services, tax exempt and global equity sales, trading and research, analytical services and financial consulting services. Loop Capital values diversity and inclusion, professional growth opportunities, purpose driven work and a collaborative and innovative culture. Loop Capital offers a comprehensive benefits plan which includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurances; Paid Holidays; Paid vacation, sick and personal days; and retirement plan. P osition Summary: The objective of this position is to support senior bankers on all aspects of business development, deal acquisition and train/manage analysts and interns. Associates assist in revenue generation by providing client coverage, relationship management, deal management and execution, creating client presentations, managing the request for proposals (RFPs) process and assist in completing regulatory and compliance duties. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Work with team to plan, analyze and develop complex financial debt and rating agency strategies for clients, including state and local governments, healthcare organizations, higher education and cultural institutions, transportation and housing entities
  • Develop innovative financing structures for public finance clients
  • For senior managed deals, execute transactions (analyzing and structuring debt, coordinating financing team members, due diligence activities, analyzing legal documentation)
  • Restructure transactions to reduce client debt costs
  • Perform quantitative analysis for new money and refundings using variable and fixed rate debt, current interest bonds, capital appreciation bonds and general obligation and revenue credits
  • Interact with financial advisors, law firms and credit rating agencies
  • Prepare proposals and make presentations to prospective clients
  • Oversee creation of investor presentations and coordination of investor tours
  • Mentor and train interns and analysts
Qualifications:
  • Securities Industry Essentials (SIE), Municipal Securities Representative (Series 52), and the Uniform Securities Agent State Law (Series 63) are required for this role.
  • Bachelor's degree from a four-year college/university or equivalent combination of education and
  • Bachelor’s degree and/or coursework in Economics, Finance, Business, Mathematics, Engineering or any science is preferred
  • Previous work experience within the Municipal investment banking industry in Capital Markets or Public Finance is preferred
Quantitative skills
  • Effective project management skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.)
  • Previous experience working in a team-based environment
  • Strong communication skills (verbal, written and active listening)
  • Detail-oriented and results driven
  • Ability and willingness to think through problems / critical thinking skills
  • Excellent quantitative, qualitative and research skills
  • Strong work ethic
  • Self-motivated and confident; ability to work with minimal supervision
  • Strong customer service and relationship building skills
  • Ability to exercise discretion in handling confidential information
  • Ability to work with all levels of employees and clients
  • Willingness to work outside of a 9:00 am to 5:00 pm schedule and on weekends
Posted 2026-03-30

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