Investment Banking Associate (Vancouver, BC)

A career in investment banking, done differently.

Elevating investment banking isn’t only about our clients. Though we know our approach makes for a better client experience, it’s also about making sure Fort Capital fosters an environment in which our team can thrive, personally and professionally.

In our business, the hours can be long; we spend a lot of time here, and together. So we go to great lengths to ensure that it feels like a comfortable, kind and even fun place to be. Everyone talks about our offices, which feel a bit like a coworking space, a bit like a newsroom, a bit like the kitchen in a high-end home (the kind with beer and wine on tap). What it doesn’t feel like is a bank, or a boiler room. It’s a place people gather, not because they have to but because they want to. Which is exactly what we had in mind.

We believe we can create careers in investment banking that do not sacrifice wellbeing, flexibility, and work/life integration. In short, we want to provide the best of investment banking, while being mindful to minimize the worst of it. In doing this, we believe we can attract professionals who are like-minded when it comes to our values, but have diverse experiences, backgrounds, and goals.

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Partnership Opportunities

Fort Capital was founded by investment bankers who did their time at the big banks, and knew there had to be a better way. So they created it. If our Brand Story resonates with you—if you too are looking for something, and somewhere, better for the next phase of your investment banking career—you might be a good fit at Fort. We’re always looking for experienced experts with an entrepreneurial spirit to join our ranks as partners. Reach out to our leadership team.

Current Openings

We are currently hiring an Investment Banking Associate in Vancouver. See the full job description and application instructions below.

Opportunity: Investment Banking Associate

Location: Vancouver, BC

Application Deadline: Will remain open until filled

Who We Are

Fort Capital is an alliance of independent investment bankers, many of whom left the world of big-name banking looking for something better for our clients and our staff. Since inception in 2014, we have successfully raised over $5 billion in capital and advised on M&A transactions totalling over $46 billion in value. Our firm has over 60 team members across our Toronto, Vancouver, and Calgary offices. Our service lines include capital markets and mid-market investment banking, venture capital raising and credit advisory, delivered to clients across all industries.

 

The Opportunity

Fort Capital Partners is seeking a highly motivated Associate to join our Vancouver team. The selected candidate will be a critical member of our execution team and have the ability to develop skills across a broad array of transactions and industries, with a higher-than-typical balance of “real work” vs. pitching and routine client coverage. The Associate will work alongside and be mentored by experienced senior bankers in a unique, entrepreneurial environment.

 

What We Offer

Fort Capital Partners provides an experience unlike other investment banks. We’re a partner owned firm without the rigid structure you might find at larger institutions. Partners are hands-on, and passionate about developing the next generation of investment bankers.

We’re team oriented and collaborative with a flat reporting structure. As a developing banker at Fort Capital, you can feel confident that you’re getting career building live deal experience and client/industry exposure unlike anywhere else.

If you want to learn quickly and be part of a passionate, engaging and entrepreneurial culture, Fort Capital is a great fit.

 

Primary Responsibilities

  • Building financial models, valuation analyses, merger models, corporate finance solutions and other forms of financial analyses
  • Preparation of client proposals, and pitch books / marketing documents (teaser, CIM etc.)
  • Assisting with client development (coordinate data with clients, assist in presentation of new ideas, etc.)
  • Managing deal processes and providing guidance/mentorship to Analysts
  • Collecting and analyzing industry research and trends
  • Investor and buyer outreach communications

 

Requirements

  • Bachelors level University degree with strong academic achievement record
  • 2+ years of investment banking experience, with a preference for capital markets exposure
  • Previous experience in corporate finance, private equity, corporate development, or a related field will also be considered
  • Outstanding analytical and communication skills (written and verbal)
  • Motivated, self-starter with a strong work ethic
  • Ability to manage competing deadlines

 

Favourable But Not Required

  • MBA, CFA, CPA, and/or CBV Designations

 

Compensation

Base salary of $135,000 per annum, plus a competitive discretionary bonus, based on experience, individual performance, firm performance and market conditions.

 

About Fort Capital

At Fort Capital, we’re free to do the hands-on work we love, for clients we choose, and our clients’ interests come first. Always. We start every collaboration with one fundamental question: what does our client want to achieve, and how can we help them get there? Then we build them the very best, most strategic team for the job—from our own ranks and from our network of collaborators, across Canada and around the world.

We’re known for what we do in part because we’re experienced experts in our field. But more importantly, we genuinely care about each client and every deal we take on. Simply put, we’re all in at a personal level. Because business IS personal, to our clients and to us.

It’s a more rewarding, collaborative and client-centered approach to investment banking. If you ask us, it’s the way investment banking should be.

Welcome to Fort Capital. Investment banking, elevated.

 

Application Instructions 

Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to careers.vancouver@fortcapital.ca, with “Fort Capital Investment Banking Associate” in the subject line of the email. Only full applications will be considered and only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

Student & Co-op Analyst Application

Fort Capital welcomes Analysts in each of our offices every year. These positions often give aspiring bankers their first real look at the business and provide valuable resources to our teams. The recruiting cycles vary from office to office, so interested applicants should refer to the information below and their University’s career websites.

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