Investment Banking Associate Jobs in Texas

Investment Banking Associate jobs in Texas are highly active, with strong demand concentrated in mergers and acquisitions, energy sector finance, and private equity deal support across experience levels from analyst-track associates through senior transaction specialists. Houston, Dallas, and Austin lead hiring, anchored by firms such as Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan Chase, and Jefferies, all of which maintain significant Texas presences. The most sought-after specialties include energy and infrastructure finance, leveraged buyouts, and middle-market deal execution. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles72+
Top employerGoldman Sachs
Top cityDallas, TX
Cities hiring5
Work type78% On-site
Top industryInvestment

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Citi
Investment Banking Associate
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Citi
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Investment Banking Associate
Citi
Houston, Texas
Finance
Accounting
Partnerships & Business Development
Strategy & Corporate Development
Compliance & Legal
Investment Banking & Capital Markets
Business Development
Corporate Development & M&A
Compliance & Risk
$175k - $225k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Goldman Sachs
Investment Banking Associate
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Investment Banking Associate
Goldman Sachs
Houston, Texas
Finance
Accounting
Partnerships & Business Development
Project & Program Management
Investment Banking & Capital Markets
Project Management
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Piper Sandler & Co.
Investment Banking Senior Associate - Depositories
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Piper Sandler & Co.
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Investment Banking Senior Associate - Depositories
Piper Sandler & Co.
Houston, Texas
Finance
Accounting
Strategy & Corporate Development
Investment Banking & Capital Markets
Corporate Development & M&A
Business Strategy
$175k - $225k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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JPMorganChase
Investment Banking - Natural Resources - Associate
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JPMorganChase
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Investment Banking - Natural Resources - Associate
JPMorganChase
Houston, Texas
Investment Banking & Capital Markets
Business Strategy
Corporate Development & M&A
On-Site
None

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Scotiabank
Associate, Investment Banking, Energy
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Scotiabank
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Associate, Investment Banking, Energy
Scotiabank
Houston, Texas
Investment Banking & Capital Markets
Business Development
$175k - $225k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Investment Banking Associate Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Dallas
31 jobs
Houston
25 jobs
Austin
14 jobs
Irving
1 jobs
San Antonio
1 jobs

Investment Banking Associate Job Market in Texas

A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Goldman Sachs
    Goldman Sachs12
  • Fitch Ratings
    Fitch Ratings6
  • Holland & Knight LLP
    Holland & Knight LLP6
  • Houlihan Lokey
    Houlihan Lokey4
  • JPMorganChase
    JPMorganChase4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Investment & Asset Management34
  • Banking & Financial Services26
  • Consulting & Professional Services13
  • Law & Legal Services9
  • Construction & Real Estate6

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in investment banking associate jobs across Texas.

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in finance, economics, or a related quantitative field
  • Series 79 and Series 63 FINRA licenses required or expected within a defined period
  • Two or more years of experience in investment banking, corporate finance, or related advisory work
  • Demonstrated proficiency in financial modeling, valuation, and deal execution across the transaction lifecycle
  • Strong command of Excel-based financial models, pitch book preparation, and capital markets analysis
  • Experience supporting energy, infrastructure, or industrial sector transactions preferred by Texas-based employers

Investment Banking Associate Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become an investment banking associate in Texas?

Becoming an investment banking associate in Texas typically requires a bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or accounting, with many positions preferring an MBA from a recognized program. Most associates obtain FINRA Series 79 and Series 63 licenses, which are federally administered but required by Texas-based firms. Texas universities such as UT Austin McCombs and Rice Jones feed directly into Houston and Dallas banking programs, and many firms recruit heavily through on-campus investment banking clubs and finance competitions.

How much do investment banking associates make in Texas?

Investment banking associates in Texas earn a median of about $99,150 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $63,230 for the lowest 10% to over $169,990 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire investment banking associates in Texas?

Employers hiring investment banking associates in Texas right now include Goldman Sachs, Fitch Ratings, and Holland & Knight LLP, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's energy finance concentration means boutique advisory firms focused on oil and gas transactions, infrastructure, and power generation are also consistent sources of associate-level openings alongside bulge-bracket banks.

Which Texas cities have the most investment banking associate jobs?

Dallas, Houston, and Austin have the most investment banking associate openings in Texas. Houston dominates due to its position as the energy finance capital of North America, while Dallas attracts deal flow from corporate headquarters, private equity firms, and middle-market M&A advisory shops, and Austin's growing technology and venture-backed company ecosystem has expanded associate demand in recent years.

Are there remote investment banking associate jobs in Texas?

Yes, but they're rare. About 22% of investment banking associate openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the client-facing and team-intensive nature of deal work. When remote arrangements do exist, they tend to cover research-heavy tasks such as financial modeling, industry analysis, and pitch book preparation rather than client meetings or live deal execution.

How can I get hired as an investment banking associate in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is through an analyst-to-associate promotion pipeline, which major Texas-based banks and boutiques such as those headquartered in Houston's Energy Corridor or Uptown Dallas actively run for internal candidates. Candidates coming from outside the industry should target financial analyst, corporate development, or Big Four transaction advisory roles as lateral entry points. Completing an MBA with a finance concentration, securing a Series 79 license ahead of applying, and building a public financial model portfolio all improve competitiveness for first-time associate roles in Texas.

Where can I find and apply to investment banking associate jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to investment banking associate jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from Texas employers. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and target sector, and apply directly to the positions that fit.

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