KippsDeSanto & Co. (“KDC”), a wholly owned subsidiary of Capital One, is seeking to hire an Investment Banking Analyst to support its mergers and acquisitions (“M&A”) advisory practice within the Aerospace / Defense and Technology sectors. KDC is focused on providing comprehensive transaction advisory services – primarily M&A, private financing, and strategic advisory – to middle market defense and technology companies.

Our Analysts 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.

General responsibilities include:

• Preparing, analyzing, and explaining historical and projected financial information
• Assisting in the preparation of financial models and business valuations
• Conducting industry and company-specific business due diligence
• Creating client marketing presentations, memoranda, and deliverables
• Attending client meetings
• Drafting and collaborating on pitch presentations and associated materials
• Developing an understanding of the underlying trends that affect the Aerospace, Defense, and Government Technology industries
• Coordinating, researching, and creating industry market research publications
• Assisting in the development and continued cultivation of client, prospective client, and professional advisor relationships

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher obtained between December 2020 and August 2021

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business, or economics
• Strong analytical, quantitative, problem solving, and conceptual skills
• Knowledge of general accounting and finance principles
• Exceptional interpersonal, verbal communication, and writing skills
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a passion for excellence
• A working knowledge of spreadsheet and word processing software programs

At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.