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Event Driven Analyst (US Focus) - ideally you will have sell side experience - Urgent
Platinum & Partners has been asked by our client who is a leadingfinancial services firm to identify a high-calibre Event Driven Analyst to join their London-based team. This is a rare opportunity to contribute to a top-tier equity markets division that services a global institutional client base, including hedge funds and asset managers.
The successful candidate will play a key role in identifying and analysing special situations—particularly North American merger arbitrage—and communicating actionable insights to clients at the highest level.
Key Responsibilities
* Monitor and evaluate US-focused event-driven situations with hard and soft catalysts, with emphasis on merger arbitrage
* Track and interpret breaking news, press releases and deal announcements in real-time
* Produce concise updates and analysis for internal teams and institutional clients
* Deliver idea-driven insights in collaboration with sales and trading desks
* Engage directly with company management, deal advisors, journalists and sector experts to enhance deal insight
* Attend corporate events and conferences as needed
* Undertake fundamental equity valuation and financial modelling
* Collaborate with internal Long/Short and Index Event teams to share intelligence and trading ideas
* Participate in ad hoc project work and research assignments as required
What We’re Looking For
* Commercially driven mindset with strong intellectual curiosity
* Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
* Excellent communication and presentation skills, with confidence interacting at senior levels (including Board/C-suite)
* Meticulous attention to detail and a proactive approach to idea generation
* Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative spirit
* Flexibility to work extended hours when required
Experience & Technical Skills
. Ideally you will have sell side experience
* Minimum of 3 years' post-training experience in investment banking or similar analytical role
* Exposure to event-driven, M&A, or private equity situations is highly desirable
* Deep understanding of the US equity market and macroeconomic landscape
* Strong Excel skills; familiarity with Bloomberg preferred
* Background in financial modelling and valuation analysis
This is an outstanding opportunity to work in a high-performance environment where your analysis directly influences trading and investment decisions across a global institutional client base.
* To express interest or learn more, please reach out to the team at Platinum & Partners in confidence.
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