Jefferies, the global investment banking firm focused on serving our clients for nearly 60 years.
Jefferies Group LLC is the largest independent, global, full-service investment banking firm headquartered in the U.S. Focused on serving clients for nearly 60 years, Jefferies is a leader in providing insight, expertise and execution to investors, companies and governments. Our firm provides a full range of investment banking, advisory, sales and trading, research and wealth management services across all products in the Americas, Europe and Asia. Jefferies Group LLC is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Jefferies Financial Group Inc. (NYSE: JEF), a diversified financial services company.
What you can expect:
Jefferies Investment Banking Analysts have the unique opportunity to gain insight into a global, client-focused investment bank and experience an entrepreneurial environment where employees have the opportunity to make an immediate impact and are rewarded for performance. Our Analysts are exposed to Jefferies’ full range of top-tier investment banking products and leading industry expertise by working closely with senior bankers on pitches and live deals. Our lean deal team structure will not only provide you with unparalleled hands-on experience, it will help you develop lasting personal and professional relationships with peers and senior bankers that will serve as the foundation for a successful career.
All Investment Banking Analysts at Jefferies receive an enriching orientation comprising a structured training curriculum in August, once our entire 2026 Graduate Analyst cohort has joined us. Following an enriching orientation and training program, Analysts will begin working on their day-to-day responsibilities, with support from colleagues serving as both instructors and mentors. Jefferies’ collegial program also offers a series of social and educational events to further enhance your professional development and grow your network.
In addition to performing fundamental analysis and research into companies and markets, Analysts are challenged to think creatively, offer their input, and add value to the team from day one. As with everyone at Jefferies, Analysts are expected to pursue their projects with excellence, a collaborative spirit, and with the highest levels of integrity.
Analyst responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
- Performing financial valuation, discounted cash flow and multiples-based analyses
- Building and using financial models
- Preparing pitchbooks and live deal materials, such as offering memorandums and prospectuses
- Conducting industry and product research
- Analyzing detailed corporate and financial information
- Participating in the execution of financings and M&A transactions
What we look for in a candidate
We look for candidates who are eager to make an impact by doing real, hands-on work and participating on active deal teams. Successful Jefferies Analysts are able to multitask and manage a variety of projects simultaneously. Candidates must demonstrate professionalism and client management skills together with strong technical, written and verbal communication skills. The work is fast paced, challenging and intellectually stimulating. The ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines, be adaptable and work both independently and as part of a team are essential traits of a successful candidate. You should have a strong academic background and be completing your final year of a undergraduate degree or equivalent program. Although a background in accounting or finance can be helpful, we hire Analysts who have studied a variety of disciplines.
- Candidates applying to this position should ideally possess fluency in Mandarin.
- Candidates who are fluent in Japanese and/or Korean are encouraged to apply.
- Candidates graduating between October 2025 - February 2026 are eligible to apply.
Investment Banking
The Jefferies Hong Kong Investment Banking team focuses on the origination and execution of equity and M&A transactions for our Greater China and Asia clients. Our business in Greater China and Asia has a proven track record with tremendous deal momentum, which we continue to leverage to play an active role in M&A, initial public offerings and equity fundraises, cross-border financing across different sectors in the region. We have attained leadership in US initial public offerings for Chinese issuers in the biopharmaceutical and biotechnology space, as well as built a highly respected China franchise in the Healthcare and Technology sectors underpinned by our Senior Sponsor Bank roles in a number of high-profile Hong Kong IPOs.
We have recently brought in a number of experienced sector and coverage senior bankers to continue to grow our franchise in Asia. Our Investment Banking team works closely with teams in New York, London, Japan, Singapore and other regional offices as one global team in cross-border transactions. Leveraging our unparalleled global resources and network, Jefferies’ Hong Kong platform is well positioned to capitalize on the continued growth of Greater China and Asia economies.
Community & Engagement, Reasonable Accommodations and COVID
At Jefferies, we have made a commitment to build a culture that provides opportunities for all employees regardless of our differences, and supporting a workforce that is reflective of the communities where we work and live. As a result, we are able to pool our collective insights and intelligence to provide fresh and innovative thinking for our clients.
Jefferies is an equal employment opportunity workplace. We practice equal opportunity for all, regardless of race, religion, ancestry, color, gender, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability or medical condition, national origin, marital, family and social status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, religion, trade union membership or any other factor protected by law. We are committed to hiring the most qualified applicants and complying with all federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity laws. In accordance with applicable law, we are dedicated to finding reasonable accommodations for candidates and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs. Please inform your recruiter should you require accommodations throughout your application process.
