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Associate, Global Investment Banking, ECM

Royal Bank of CanadaNew York, New York

$175,000 - $225,000 / year

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Overview

Schedule
Full-time
Career level
Senior-level
Compensation
$175,000-$225,000/year
Benefits
Health Insurance
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Job Description

Job Description

What is the opportunity?

When companies need to raise equity capital – whether through an IPO, a follow-on offering or a Convertible – ECM is at the center of it. As an Associate on our Equity Capital Markets desk, you’ll sit at the intersection of Investment Banking, Sales & Trading, and the equity markets, helping corporate clients access capital at the right time and on the right terms.

What will you do?

  • Support the origination and execution of equity transactions (including IPOs, Follow-Ons, Block Trades, Convertible Bonds, etc.)
  • Build and maintain market intelligence tools including ECM transaction databases, comp offering analyses, valuation benchmarks and investor demand trackers
  • Draft pitchbooks, market update presentations and deal roadshow materials
  • Monitor equity market conditions daily and synthesize trading dynamics, sector flows and investor sentiment into actionable client advice
  • Be part of a team coordinating across Origination, Syndicate, Sales and Trading to market, price and allocate transactions
  • Interface with legal, compliance and external counsel on transaction execution
  • Prepare thought pieces on ECM market trends for internal and client-facing use

What do you need to success?

  • Undergraduate Degree
  • Sharp quantitative skills – comfort in Excel and PowerPoint
  • Strong written and verbal communication; ability to distill complex market dynamics into a clear narrative
  • Attention to detail, strong work ethic, ability to manage competing deadlines
  • Team-first mentality

What’s in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.

  • A comprehensive Total Rewards Program include competitive compensation and flexible benefits, such as 401(k) program with company-matching contributions, health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, and paid-time off.
  • Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities.
  • Ability to make a difference and lasting impact.
  • Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
  • Opportunities to do challenging work.
  • Opportunities to build close relationships with clients.

The expected salary range for this particular position is $175,000 - $225,000, depending on your experience, skills, and registration status, market conditions and business needs.

You have the potential to earn more through RBC’s discretionary variable compensation program which gives you an opportunity to increase your total compensation, provided the business meets its performance targets and you meet your individual goals.

RBC’s compensation philosophy and principles recognize the importance of a highly qualified global workforce and plays a critical role in attracting, engaging and retaining talent that:

  • Drives RBC’s high-performance culture
  • Enables collective achievement of our strategic goals
  • Generates sustainable shareholder returns and above market shareholder value

Job Skills

Adaptability, Critical Thinking, Customer Service, Detail-Oriented, Financial Engineering, Financial Statement Analysis, Investments Analysis, Personal Development, Personal Initiative, Teamwork

Additional Job Details

Address:

BROOKFIELD PLACE FKA 3 WORLD FINANCIAL CENTER, 200 VESEY STREET:NEW YORK

City:

New York

Country:

United States of America

Work hours/week:

40

Employment Type:

Full time

Platform:

CAPITAL MARKETS

Job Type:

Regular

Pay Type:

Salaried

Posted Date:

2026-03-02

Application Deadline:

Note:Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

At RBC, we believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.

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RBC is presently inviting candidates to apply for this existing vacancy. Applying to this posting allows you to express your interest in this current career opportunity at RBC. Qualified applicants may be contacted to review their resume in more detail.

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FAQs About Associate, Global Investment Banking, ECM Jobs at Royal Bank of Canada

What is the work location for this position at Royal Bank of Canada?
This job at Royal Bank of Canada is located in New York, New York, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Royal Bank of Canada?
Candidates can expect a pay range of $175,000 and $225,000 per year.
What employment applies to this position at Royal Bank of Canada?
Royal Bank of Canada lists this role as a Full-time position.
What experience level is required for this role at Royal Bank of Canada?
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