H-1B Visa Investment Banking Analyst Jobs
Investment Banking Analyst roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations under USCIS guidelines, requiring at least a bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or a related field. Bulge-bracket banks, boutique advisory firms, and asset managers all file H-1B visa petitions for analysts, with LCA prevailing wage compliance required before any offer is finalized.
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Under general supervision, conducts advanced financial analysis/research to support Investment Banking initiative. Prepares financial models used to evaluate financial structures for investment banking transactions and details the analysis conducted to support that value. Analysis may be used for investment banking advisory services.
- May conduct various underwriting duties to support Investment Banking.
- May conduct advanced financial analysis to reach a value conclusion.
- May prepare financial models used to evaluate financial structures for investment banking transactions.
- May prepare analysis of real estate and come to a value conclusion to support that entity value.
- Conducts research on companies and real estate assets. Presents their analysis for presentations and tracking purposes in appropriate databases.
- Creates reports on a(n) entity's/property's financial position outlining assumptions and valuation.
- Interacts with team members, clients, and potential investors with respect to financial analysis.
- Writes the financial section of Placement Memorandum. Answers questions from potential clients regarding the financial modeling associated with Placement Memorandum.
- May coordinate activities of support staff.
- Other duties may be assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Coordinates and assigns tasks to co-workers within a work unit and/or project. Coordinates the work to be completed but is not responsible for formal supervision of employees.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) from four-year college or university in Finance or related field and a minimum of zero to two years of related experience and/or training.
Takes Series 79 and 63 Securities License during first three months of employment.
COMMUNICATION SKILLS
- Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret various types of business documents.
- Ability to write reports, manuals, speeches, and articles in a pre-designed style and format.
- Ability to effectively respond to complex inquiries or complaints from clients, co-workers, supervisor, and/or management.
- Ability to present information to an internal department and/or large groups of employees.
- Requires in-depth knowledge of financial terms and principles.
- Ability to calculate complex figures.
- Conducts financial/business analysis including the preparation of reports.
- Ability to solve problems involving several options in situations.
- Requires intermediate analytical and quantitative skills.
- Advanced skills with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
- Knowledge of Argus and other real estate valuation software a plus.
Decisions made with understanding of procedures, company policies, and business practices to achieve general results and deadlines. Responsible for setting work unit and/or project deadlines. Errors in judgment may cause short-term impact to department.
SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY
CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Investment Banking Analyst position is $75,000 annually and the maximum salary for the Investment Banking Analyst position is $85,000 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on CBRE’s applicable benefit program.
Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
ABOUT THE ROLE
Under general supervision, conducts advanced financial analysis/research to support Investment Banking initiative. Prepares financial models used to evaluate financial structures for investment banking transactions and details the analysis conducted to support that value. Analysis may be used for investment banking advisory services.
- May conduct various underwriting duties to support Investment Banking.
- May conduct advanced financial analysis to reach a value conclusion.
- May prepare financial models used to evaluate financial structures for investment banking transactions.
- May prepare analysis of real estate and come to a value conclusion to support that entity value.
- Conducts research on companies and real estate assets. Presents their analysis for presentations and tracking purposes in appropriate databases.
- Creates reports on a(n) entity's/property's financial position outlining assumptions and valuation.
- Interacts with team members, clients, and potential investors with respect to financial analysis.
- Writes the financial section of Placement Memorandum. Answers questions from potential clients regarding the financial modeling associated with Placement Memorandum.
- May coordinate activities of support staff.
- Other duties may be assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Coordinates and assigns tasks to co-workers within a work unit and/or project. Coordinates the work to be completed but is not responsible for formal supervision of employees.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) from four-year college or university in Finance or related field and a minimum of zero to two years of related experience and/or training.
Takes Series 79 and 63 Securities License during first three months of employment.
COMMUNICATION SKILLS
- Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret various types of business documents.
- Ability to write reports, manuals, speeches, and articles in a pre-designed style and format.
- Ability to effectively respond to complex inquiries or complaints from clients, co-workers, supervisor, and/or management.
- Ability to present information to an internal department and/or large groups of employees.
- Requires in-depth knowledge of financial terms and principles.
- Ability to calculate complex figures.
- Conducts financial/business analysis including the preparation of reports.
- Ability to solve problems involving several options in situations.
- Requires intermediate analytical and quantitative skills.
- Advanced skills with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
- Knowledge of Argus and other real estate valuation software a plus.
Decisions made with understanding of procedures, company policies, and business practices to achieve general results and deadlines. Responsible for setting work unit and/or project deadlines. Errors in judgment may cause short-term impact to department.
SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY
CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Investment Banking Analyst position is $75,000 annually and the maximum salary for the Investment Banking Analyst position is $85,000 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on CBRE’s applicable benefit program.
Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Investment Banking Analyst
Verify your degree field matches
USCIS requires a direct relationship between your degree and the analyst role. A finance, economics, accounting, or mathematics degree strengthens your petition. A general business degree may trigger an RFE if the employer can't document the specialty connection.
Check LCA filings before applying
Use Migrate Mate to filter Investment Banking Analyst roles by employers with active DOL LCA certifications. This confirms the employer has already documented prevailing wage compliance, which is a required step before your H-1B petition can be filed.
Target boutique firms alongside bulge brackets
Mid-size and boutique advisory firms often have shorter internal approval timelines and fewer competing petitions in the annual lottery. Cap-subject registrations from smaller sponsors count equally in the random selection, so don't limit your search to the largest banks.
Time your offer around the April lottery window
H-1B cap registrations open in March for an October 1 start date. If you're on OPT, confirm your EAD expiry against that timeline and ask hiring managers whether the firm files for cap-gap coverage to bridge any gap in authorization.
Confirm the employer is E-Verify enrolled
All H-1B sponsors must be enrolled in E-Verify before USCIS will approve a petition. Ask your recruiter or check the employer's I-9 compliance policy early. A firm that isn't enrolled can't file until enrollment is complete, which adds weeks to your start date.
Request premium processing in your offer negotiation
Premium processing reduces USCIS adjudication to 15 business days. Investment banking roles with hard start dates tied to analyst class cohorts make this especially important. Negotiate for the employer to cover the fee before you sign your offer letter.
H-1B Visa Investment Banking Analyst: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Investment Banking Analyst role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. USCIS classifies Investment Banking Analyst as a specialty occupation because the role normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in finance, economics, accounting, or a closely related field. Employers document this requirement in the LCA and the I-129 petition. Roles where any unrelated bachelor's degree is accepted can face RFEs, so the job description's stated degree requirement matters.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Investment Banking Analyst roles?
Bulge-bracket banks, middle-market advisory firms, and specialized boutiques regularly file H-1B petitions for analyst-level hires. The clearest signal is an employer's DOL LCA filing history, which shows whether they've certified prevailing wages for this role before. Migrate Mate surfaces that LCA data so you can identify active sponsors without reviewing raw government disclosure files.
How does the H-1B prevailing wage requirement affect Investment Banking Analyst offers?
Before filing your H-1B petition, the employer must submit a Labor Condition Application certifying your offered wage meets or exceeds the DOL prevailing wage for your job title and work location. You can look up the applicable wage level using the OFLC Wage Search. Offers below the certified wage level cannot be used to support an H-1B petition, so confirming compliance before accepting an offer protects your timeline.
Can I switch Investment Banking Analyst employers while on H-1B status?
Yes, under H-1B portability rules established by AC21, you can change employers once your H-1B petition has been approved and you've been in valid status. The new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition before your current authorization ends. For analyst roles, confirm the new firm has filed LCAs for your specific title and location to avoid processing delays.
What happens if I'm not selected in the H-1B lottery as an Investment Banking Analyst?
If you're not selected, your registration is returned and you remain in your current status, such as OPT or F-1 CPT if applicable. Some Investment Banking Analyst employers will resubmit in the following fiscal year's lottery or explore cap-exempt petition routes through qualifying nonprofit or government research organizations. Your employer's immigration counsel can assess whether any alternative filing paths apply to your situation.