Mergers & Acquisitions Corporate & Investment Banking Graduate Programme 2027

About the role

Two-year graduate programme in Standard Chartered’s M&A Advisory Group in New York. You will support live mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, restructurings and capital-raising transactions while developing analytical, commercial and communication skills through industry research, company analysis, client presentations and deal execution alongside experienced bankers.

Responsibilities

• Research industries and analyse companies to support M&A transactions and capital-raising activities.
• Support client presentations, transaction analysis and deal execution alongside experienced bankers.
• Work with coverage partners and other product groups on live transactions.
• Contribute to client work involving mergers, acquisitions, divestitures and financial restructurings.

Programme and development

• Complete a two-year programme combining meaningful work, structured development, mentoring and practical experience.
• Build technical, commercial and professional capabilities through collaboration across markets, products and functions.
• Develop understanding of clients, markets and the wider Corporate & Investment Banking business.
• Work in a fast-paced environment with colleagues and clients across global markets.

Eligibility and skills

• Be in your final year of study and graduate by July 2027.
• Have permanent legal permission to work in the country where you apply.
• Applicants from all degree disciplines and backgrounds are welcome.
• Demonstrate ownership, initiative, structured problem-solving and the ability to learn quickly.
• Communicate confidently, build relationships and collaborate across cultures and backgrounds.
• Show commercial curiosity about global markets, industries and clients.

Timeline

• Assessment centres begin from October 2026 onwards.
• The programme start date is July 2027.
• Only one application may be submitted within a six-month period.