MBA, Investment Banking Associate - 2027

MBA, Investment Banking Associate - 2027

 Key Details:

• Full-time new hires will start in a two-year program commencing in July 2027.

• The two-year development program is designed as a career accelerator to foster the next generation of investment banking talent. 

• Participation in the program requires that you are located in the continental United States with in-person attendance at your assigned location. 

• The location for the duration of this program will be in McLean, Virginia. 

Basic Qualifications:

• Currently has, or is in the process of obtaining, a 2-year MBA with an expectation that your degree will be obtained by July 2027 or earlier 

• At least 1 year of Corporate & Investment Banking, Consulting, Private Equity, or Transaction Advisory experience 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Financial modeling experience, including DCF and LBO valuations

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills

• Knowledge of general accounting and finance principles

• Strong written and oral presentation skills

• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment

• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a passion for excellence

• Strong Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint skills

At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization, or offer any immigration related support for this position (e.g. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-3, and O-1, or any other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).

MBA Investment Banking Associate - 2027

The Investment Banking Development Program is seeking to hire a MBA full-time Associate to join KippsDeSanto & Co. (“KDC”), a wholly owned subsidiary of Capital One, to support its mergers and acquisitions (“M&A”) advisory practice within the Aerospace, Defense, Government and Technology sectors. KDC is focused on providing comprehensive investment banking services to top-quality clients within their sectors of expertise.

 

Our Associates perform critical functions throughout the entire transaction process, from helping to prepare clients for market, engaging with potential buyers, and facilitating due diligence to ultimately closing the deal. The position offers substantial opportunities to gain financial and technical expertise, professional development, and upward mobility, while taking on a substantial amount of responsibility in transaction execution, client management, and new business development. 

What is the Investment Banking Development Program at Capital One?

We have designed a 2-year investment banking development program to help you launch a challenging, accelerated and rewarding career within Capital Markets at Capital One. The program awards you a full-time Associate position on the KippsDeSanto, Co. team and offers substantial opportunity for professional development and upward mobility. You’ll receive hands-on, technical and market-oriented training and be exposed to leaders throughout the broader team that will help you build a strong foundation for your career in investment banking.

You’ll also receive guidance along the way to help foster your ongoing career development and transition from college into the full-time workplace, helping you build the confidence, skills, and experience to accelerate your career. Challenging team and individual projects, constant client interaction, broad product exposure, along with an immersion into multiple areas of Capital Markets and the Commercial Bank will help you grow your competencies and allow you to establish yourself as a leader in the organization and the broader financial services industry.

We value collaboration and innovation. Within the KippsDeSanto, Co. team, you’ll find energized, positive people rolling up their sleeves to deliver value-added solutions, products and services for our clients. If you want to be part of a fast-paced, client-centric and strategically-growing business, we want you to join our talented group!

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Create client marketing presentations, memoranda, and other materials

• Develop an in depth understanding of investment banking products and services

• Conduct industry and market research 

• Prepare and analyze historical and projected financial performance

• Assist in the preparation of valuation models

• Assisting in the development and continued cultivation of client, prospect client, and professional advisor relationships

• Assisting in the management and mentoring of Analysts 

The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount Capital One is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked.

McLean, VA: $175,000 - $175,000 for MBA Investment Banking Full-Time Associate

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate’s offer letter.

This role is also eligible to earn performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI). Incentives could be discretionary or non discretionary depending on the plan.

Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Learn more at the Capital One Careers website. Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status, and management level.

This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days.

No agencies please. Capital One is an equal opportunity employer (EOE, including disability/vet) committed to non-discrimination in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Capital One promotes a drug-free workplace. Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries, including, to the extent applicable, Article 23-A of the New York Correction Law; San Francisco, California Police Code Article 49, Sections 4901-4920; New York City’s Fair Chance Act; Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Records Screening Act; and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding criminal background inquiries.

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