Rabobank Wholesale Banking North America is a premier corporate and investment bank to the food, agribusiness, commodities and renewable energy industries, providing sector expertise, strategic advisory and tailored financial solutions to our clients. We thrive on building long-term relationships with clients and stakeholders in the fastest-growing food and agribusiness region of the world.

Job Description:

Associates work on M&A deal origination and execution for Rabobank’s client base in the food and agriculture industries globally, with a focus on the Americas and cross-border transactions. You will work with expert professionals and gain significant exposure to the major areas of investment banking. Joining Rabobank, you will be an integral part of our inclusive teams and contribute to the bank’s core mission.

Key Responsibilities:

The role includes:

• Support senior bankers on execution of M&A transactions
  • Participate and contribute to the preparation of marketing materials
  • Analyze companies using financial modeling and valuation techniques
  • Play a leading role in the project and due diligence management

• Support senior bankers on M&A deal origination
  • Support team members in sector coverage responsibilities and assist in developing industry and sector knowledge
  • Take the lead in the preparation of pitching materials
  • Supports team members in the identification of M&A ideas

• Team development
  • Contribute to team-building efforts and provide on-the-job training for junior team members
  • Play a supporting role in recruiting efforts

• Working together
  • Work cooperatively with senior team members, clients and other stakeholders
  • Take the initiative in finding new and more efficient ways to work (both on execution and origination)

Qualifications (Essential):

• Prior experience in the financial services industry (banks, accounting firms, ratings agencies) (~2 to 4 years)
• Bachelor degree; MBA or other graduate degree in finance or related studies a plus
• Academic record (strong GPA)
• Good understanding of transaction cycles and the M&A product
• Excellent quantitative and analytical skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good financial and computer (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word) proficiency

We Offer:

Rabobank employees enjoy a first-class benefits package, featuring a selection of medical coverage and investment options to meet your personal needs. Our benefits program includes:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health care spending account
• Dependent care spending account
• Basic life insurance plus AD&D insurance
• Optional life insurance
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• 401(k) program
• Health and wellness seminars
• Tuition reimbursement

Salary Expectations

Target Hiring Range:
$115,000 - $185,000

This position is subject to the terms of Rabobank’s compensation plans and policies. It is anticipated that the position will pay within the target hiring range. The range is reflective of the desired primary physical work location and may be adjusted outside of the projected range based on geographical differentiation if the actual work location of the hired candidate differs from the desired primary location, or for other lawful reasons. Further, the position includes all other benefits provided to Rabobank employees, including healthcare benefits, 401k matching, vacation, sick leave, parental leave, possible discretionary bonuses and all other benefits that are all governed by and subject to ERISA plan documents and eligibility.

Rabo provides equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity gender expression, marital status, genetic information, medical condition, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, military service or veteran status, victims of domestic violence, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Rabo also prohibits harassment of any individuals on any of the bases listed above.

At Rabobank, we strive to grow a better world together. In order to achieve that, we have to have the right people in the right jobs. Are you ready to join our team?