The Energy Group is seeking a Houston-based, qualified, motivated investment banking Analyst. Prior investment banking or similar professional experience within the upstream, midstream and/or downstream oil and gas industry is required.

　　As a cross-product industry team, analysts in the Oil & Gas Group work on a variety of transactions, including M&A, A&D, corporate valuation, board advisory and capital raises. Analysts typically function as members of deal teams comprising a Managing Director, Director - Vice President, Associate, and Analyst, plus technical professionals.

　　Analyst responsibilities include: valuing oil and gas companies and assets, performing a broad range of other financial analyses; preparing confidential information memoranda, new business pitches, and other presentation materials; assisting with the development and maintenance of client and prospective client relationships; and supervising financial analysts and other junior staff.

　　Analysts are assigned to a variety of projects and other responsibilities include:

　　Conduct extensive quantitative economic, industry and company research and analysisConduct and model a broad range of corporate finance alternatives and due diligence for client transactions including M&A, strategic alternatives, capital structure development, acquisition finance and syndicated loan and capital market financingEvaluate risk/return parameters of financing transactionsFinancial modeling, valuation, comparable & relative value analyses and market-specific analysisFacilitate and coordinate product group idea generation and solutions development across a broad platform of global capabilitiesDraft client pitches and marketing materials including M&A, syndicated bank financing, public/private debt & equity capital markets, and other internal documentation by coordinating internal and external resourcesAssist in financing structuring, underwriting transaction evaluation, preparation, due diligence and executionAssist in the development and continued cultivation of client relationships Qualifications :Masters and/or Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, or EconomicsAt least two years of prior investment banking or similar professional experience focused on the oil and gas industry is required; some upstream technical experience is preferred.Knowledge of corporate finance, securities, financial markets and risk & pricing analysisMust have experience in the general Energy sectorAptitude to synthesize large amounts of information and develop innovative ideas and/or product solutionsAbility to manage multiple projects simultaneouslyAbility to work under pressure and adhere to tight deadlinesStrong written and oral communication skills and ability to convey ideasCreativity and intellectual curiosityAbility to work independently and must be able to work effectively in a team environmentAdvanced proficiency with FactSet, CapitalIQ, Bloomberg, Microsoft OfficeSeries 79 & 63

　　Other requirements

　　Mizuho has in place a remote working program, with varying opportunities for remote work depending on the nature of the role, needs of your department, as well as local laws and regulatory obligations.

　　Company Overview

　　Mizuho Americas is a leading financial institution comprising several legal entities, which together offer clients corporate and investment banking, financing, securities, treasury services, asset management, research and more. Mizuho's operations in the Americas connect a broad client base of major corporations, financial institutions and public sector groups to local markets and a vast global network. Mizuho Americas is an integral part of the Japan-based Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. (NYSE: MFG), which is comprised of offices in nearly 40 countries, approximately 60,000 employees, and assets of more than USD 1.8 trillion. Learn more at mizuhoamericas.com.

　　Mizuho Americas offers a competitive total rewards package.

　　We are an EEO/AA Employer -M/F/Disability/Veteran.

　　We participate in the E-Verify program.

　　We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

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