We are seeking an Investment Banking Analyst to join our Global Center in Budapest, with a strong skillset, motivation and commitment to building a long-term career in Investment Banking. In this role, you will provide critical support for deal execution, develop marketing materials such as pitchbooks, perform research and analytics, and assist with internal processes for Investment Banking Coverage and Product teams across EMEA. You will work on a wide range of corporate transactions and take on significant responsibilities. The nature of the work is both demanding and rewarding, as you will become a key team member across highly varied assignments for global and European corporate clients of the Firm.

Prior to commencement of your full-time position, you will participate in comprehensive on-site training focused on financial analysis, business presentations, and practical skills. This program will equip you with a strong understanding of financial concepts and the Morgan Stanley culture. You will gain exposure to financial markets and macroeconomic trends, deepen your knowledge of banking and capital markets products, and develop a network with teams in London and across the broader EMEA region.

Investment Banking Analyst Training Program

The Investment Banking Analyst Training Program begins in August with three weeks of intensive training held in our Budapest office, combining business presentations, practical sessions, and presenting multiple opportunities to network, exchange ideas and learn from your peers. The Program includes an induction into the Firm, our values and culture, followed by specific investment banking training covering accounting, valuation, advanced modelling, Morgan Stanley's proprietary analytical tools, information technology and financial products. At the end of training, you will have improved your knowledge of financial concepts, enhanced your technical skills, and formed a strong understanding of the Morgan Stanley culture.

Following successful completion of the Program, you will undergo a period of work shadowing in our EMEA Headquarters in London, where you will be able to learn more the day-to-day practicalities of the role, functioning of the business, and build relationships with your London partners.

As part of your responsibilities, you will:

• Work closely with team members across the Investment Banking Division to provide a differentiated level of support to our client coverage and assignments including internal management
• Prepare marketing materials including pitchbooks, information memoranda, roadshow presentations, analyst presentations, and company profiles, among others
• Perform financial analysis, including operational and financial benchmarking, capital structure analysis, acquisition capacity analysis, among others, with specific focus on developing strong independent judgement and interpretation of financial data
• Work on corporate valuation tasks, including development of financial models and relative valuation frameworks
• Gather and synthesize financial and operating information about companies and industries to analyze performance and drive strategic client dialogue
• Develop macroeconomic and industry overviews with deep understanding and clear presentation of key trends and themes, economic indicators, competitive environments, among others
• Prepare presentations and memoranda for senior stakeholders within the Firm
• Analyze and interpret business requirements to identify automation opportunities and process improvement areas.

To be successful, you will need to demonstrate the following skills, qualifications and characteristics:

• BSc or MSc in a quantitative field/finance (e.g. finance, economics or engineering)
• 0 - 1 years of work experience, preferably in a related field
• Keen interest in corporate finance / capital markets
• Excellent verbal and written English skills, with professional and fluent command of other languages seen as an advantage
• Strong analytical and numerical skills, experience working with and interpreting financial data
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, cultural awareness and professional attitude to collaborate effectively with our global teams
• Agility and ability to multi-task and thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Strong performance under pressure and against tight deadlines, with focus on results, prioritization and stakeholder management
• Deep attention to detail
• Ability to articulate complex ideas simply and summarize effectively
• Commitment to excellence in your work and maintaining high professional and ethical standards
• Team player attitude with a strong work ethic and motivation to learn

Company Profile:

Since 1935, Morgan Stanley is known as a global leader in financial services, always evolving and innovating to better serve our clients and our communities in more than 40 countries around the world.

With our history of innovation and passion for unlocking new opportunities, we help clients raise, manage and allocate capital. We do this by offering a wide range of investment banking, securities, wealth management and asset management services.

All that we do at Morgan Stanley is driven by our five core values: do the right thing, put clients first, lead with exceptional ideas, commit to diversity and inclusion, and give back. These aren’t just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and over 80,000 employees around the world. And at the core of our success are the people who drive it - our people are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by diverse thinking and experiences.

Across our 1,200 global offices, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest in an environment where you are supported and empowered to achieve your full potential. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry.

Morgan Stanley Budapest is an integral part of the Firm’s global critical business functions including Technology, Finance, Risk, Institutional Securities and Wealth Management. Morgan Stanley has been rooted in the Budapest community since 2006 and is considered a leading employer among the area’s highly skilled talent. Our innovative team delivers deep technical and mathematical expertise to support the Firm’s capabilities in quantitative analysis, data analysis, and risk management. Learn more about our unmatched culture in Morgan Stanley Budapest.

Department Profile:

Morgan Stanley is a worldwide leader in investment banking and is one of the top firms in mergers and acquisitions (M&A), underwriting of equity and equity-related transactions, corporate debt issuance, and high-yield debt financing. With professionals in 30 countries, we are consistently recognized for our performance in both traditional and innovative financing techniques, helping a wide range of clients around the world to make and execute decisions about their business strategy and financial structure.

We offer:

• To work with some of the best professionals in the business - for a firm that values individual intellect as much as teamwork
• State-of-the-art offices in the City Centre that are designed to maximize collaboration
• Enriching challenges that provide opportunity for constant learning and advancement
• An environment which is leveraging technology to its highest potential

Interested in flexible working opportunities? Morgan Stanley empowers employees to have greater freedom of choice through flexible working arrangements. Speak to our recruitment team to find out more.

Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximise their full potential. Our skilled and creative workforce is comprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross section of the global communities in which we operate and who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives and experiences. Our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion is evident through our constant focus on recruiting, developing and advancing individuals based on their skills and talents.