Investment Banking Associate Jobs in Los Angeles, CA
Investment Banking Associate jobs in Los Angeles are concentrated in Century City, Downtown's Financial District, and Westwood, driven by a strong pipeline of entertainment finance, middle-market M&A, real estate investment banking, and private equity advisory work. Employers hiring right now include JPMorganChase, MUFG, and Goldman Sachs. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Job Summary
As an Analyst in the Consumer & Retail in the Investment Banking Division, you will be a key player in the execution of the firm's business. You will work with expert professionals at the heart of a leading global investment bank. Senior bankers will get to know you - both as a person and as a valued member of a winning team. You will experience training, hands-on learning opportunities, continuous mentoring and feedback, and numerous development opportunities. You will use your related experience to contribute to the firm's M&A execution and capital raising capabilities while helping build J.P. Morgan's franchise and reputation in the marketplace. You will develop strong functional skills in the major areas of investment banking and become a senior client executive who is capable of generating and executing your own transactions. Joining here means you'll become part of our inclusive teams and culture, unified by the firm's mission and commitment to success.
Job Responsibilities
- Execute transactions: support due diligence, document preparation, negotiation etc and liaising with relevant counterpart at the client/other advisers (accounting, legal, etc)
- Working with J.P. Morgan product and sector teams
- Building and using complex financial models, completing valuation and analytical exercises
- Drafting presentation materials, management presentations, Board materials, Memorandums, and other presentation materials for use in M&A and capital markets transactions or strategic client dialogue Keeping abreast of key market developments and establishing knowledge of the target client base and relevant market dynamics
Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills
- Minimum 1 year work experience in an investment banking front office, or related, role.
- Strong accounting, finance, quantitative and business writing skills.
- Bachelors' degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field
- Understanding of the transaction cycle and the steps in the process and is execution oriented.
- Impeccable communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with senior professionals, clients and key stakeholders in other line of business.
ABOUT US
We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans
ABOUT THE TEAM
J.P. Morgan's Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.
Job Summary
As an Analyst in the Consumer & Retail in the Investment Banking Division, you will be a key player in the execution of the firm's business. You will work with expert professionals at the heart of a leading global investment bank. Senior bankers will get to know you - both as a person and as a valued member of a winning team. You will experience training, hands-on learning opportunities, continuous mentoring and feedback, and numerous development opportunities. You will use your related experience to contribute to the firm's M&A execution and capital raising capabilities while helping build J.P. Morgan's franchise and reputation in the marketplace. You will develop strong functional skills in the major areas of investment banking and become a senior client executive who is capable of generating and executing your own transactions. Joining here means you'll become part of our inclusive teams and culture, unified by the firm's mission and commitment to success.
Job Responsibilities
- Execute transactions: support due diligence, document preparation, negotiation etc and liaising with relevant counterpart at the client/other advisers (accounting, legal, etc)
- Working with J.P. Morgan product and sector teams
- Building and using complex financial models, completing valuation and analytical exercises
- Drafting presentation materials, management presentations, Board materials, Memorandums, and other presentation materials for use in M&A and capital markets transactions or strategic client dialogue Keeping abreast of key market developments and establishing knowledge of the target client base and relevant market dynamics
Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills
- Minimum 1 year work experience in an investment banking front office, or related, role.
- Strong accounting, finance, quantitative and business writing skills.
- Bachelors' degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field
- Understanding of the transaction cycle and the steps in the process and is execution oriented.
- Impeccable communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with senior professionals, clients and key stakeholders in other line of business.
ABOUT US
We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans
ABOUT THE TEAM
J.P. Morgan's Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.
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Who's Hiring
- JPMorganChase20
- MUFG7
- Goldman Sachs7
- Houlihan Lokey7
- Citi3
Top Industries Hiring
- Investment & Asset Management23
- Banking & Financial Services16
- Fintech10
Investment Banking Associate Jobs in Los Angeles: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a investment banking associate job in Los Angeles?
Focus on the sectors where Los Angeles hiring concentrates: entertainment and media finance, real estate investment banking, middle-market M&A, and technology growth equity. Boutique and regional advisory firms in Century City and Westwood hire associates year-round, while larger bulge-bracket presence clusters Downtown. A background in one of those verticals, an MBA from a target program, or direct experience in a Los Angeles-adjacent industry like entertainment or tech gives you a real edge in this market.
Which companies hire investment banking associates in Los Angeles?
Los Angeles investment banking associate roles are posted by JPMorganChase, MUFG, and Goldman Sachs and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. The employer mix here skews toward independent boutiques, middle-market advisory shops, and real estate-focused investment banks, alongside regional offices of major national and international firms.
Are there remote investment banking associate jobs in Los Angeles?
Yes, but sparingly. Investment banking associate roles are deal-intensive and client-facing, which keeps most positions tied to the office. About 50% of investment banking associate openings tied to Los Angeles are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those tend to be at firms where the associate's work is primarily financial modeling and analysis rather than on-site client management.
How can I get a investment banking associate job in Los Angeles with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Los Angeles is through a financial analyst role at a boutique advisory firm or a real estate-focused investment bank, where teams are smaller and associates take on responsibilities earlier. Los Angeles firms in entertainment finance and middle-market M&A regularly hire analysts who show strong modeling skills and sector knowledge. A summer associate program, a lateral from a Big Four transaction services group, or a role in a local private equity back-office can all open the door to a full associate position here.
Which industries hire the most investment banking associates in Los Angeles?
Los Angeles investment banking associate roles concentrate in Investment & Asset Management, Banking & Financial Services, and Fintech, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Los Angeles's unique economic base, anchored by entertainment, media, real estate development, and a fast-growing technology sector, drives sustained deal flow and associate-level hiring across those verticals.
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