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FinTech Research Analyst
San Francisco, US hybrid full time mid Sep 25, 2025
About this role
FinTech Research Analyst (Experienced candidates only please, no entry level)
FT Partners
San Francisco, CA
Hybrid model: 3 days in office, 2 days work from home
This is an unparalleled opportunity to work at an elite investment bank. Analysts on the Research team will focus on the production of FinTech industry research publications including reports on key sector and regional trends as well as capital raising, IPO and M&A deal activity, in addition to creating transaction case studies, and facilitating interviews with CEOs / executives, video conferences and more. Our research and analysis has been featured on Bloomberg, the Wall Street Journal, Dow Jones, and the Financial Times and is regularly viewed by CEOs and industry leaders. FT Partners' unique insight into FinTech is a direct result of successfully executing hundreds of transactions combined with over 20 years of exclusive focus on the FinTech sector. In this role, you will work side-by-side with the Business Development and Investment Banking deal teams.
What are the unique opportunities of this role?
Research Analysts will learn a significant amount about the FinTech industry, the investment banking process, as well as the "in and outs" of the M&A and private company capital raising. Because we are a boutique investment bank, you will also gain significant exposure to senior investment banking professionals and cutting-edge financial technology companies. There are significant opportunities to take on additional responsibility over time as specialized knowledge is gained, including supporting investment banking deal teams with high-impact research.
Research key FinTech sectors, regions, trends and significant M&A and private company capital raising transactions
Create high-quality / high-visibility reports utilizing both effective written and graphical presentation skills
Thoroughly edit and review content to ensure publishing and journalistic standards
Maintain and manage proprietary database of FinTech companies and transactions and develop key analysis using the data
Create and assist in the execution of marketing strategies for the firm and facilitate dialog with key internal stakeholders and external CEO/CFO/Board level contacts
Develop subject matter expertise in the FinTech industry
Learn and apply basic financial analysis concepts and skills
Gain valuable first-hand experience with Investment Banking concepts and exposure to senior level investment banking team members
Qualifications
The start date for this position is immediate
1 – 3 years experience
All degrees considered, Finance, Economics or Accounting preferred
GPA 3.30 or greater
Strong interest in finance, consulting, research, and FinTech
Exceptional writing and verbal communication skills
Strong work ethic and a drive for excellence
Team player, self-motivated, and entrepreneurial
Strong project management and research skills
High attention to detail
U.S. work authorization required. FT Partners will not sponsor applicants for work visas at application or in the future.
Why FT Partners?
Managing Partner and Managing Directors formerly of Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan, Raymond James, and Evercore
Award-winning execution; Investment Bank of the Year / Boutique of the Year Awards (among many others)
Executing both billion dollar and early stage / high-growth VC transactions
Excellent career path, strong and competitive compensation
Unparalleled deal flow with premier client base
Access to world-class executives at high-growth companies
Dominant footprint in the one of largest sectors: financial technology
Top-notch financial sponsor relationships
Close-knit, rapidly growing team
Selected transactions include advising:
Deribit’s $4.3 billion Sale to Coinbase
Payoneer's $3.8 billion Merger with FTAC Olympus Acquisition Corp.
Divvy's $2.5 billion Sale to Bill.com
AvidXchange’s $2.2 billion sale to TPG & Corpay
GreenSky’s $2.2 billion Sale to Goldman Sachs
Hidden Road’s $1.3 billion Sale to Ripple
TrueBill’s $1.3 billion Sale to Rocket Companies
Revolut's $1.3 billion Financing at a $33 billion Valuation
Currencycloud’s $1 billion Sale to Visa
Mollie's $800 million Financing
Upgrade’s $280 million Series F Financing at a $6 billion Valuation
Mambu’s $266 million Series E Financing at a $5.5 billion Valuation
Bilt’s $250 million Financing at a $10.8 billion Valuation
CloudWalk’s $150 Series C Financing at a $2.2 billion Valuation
Stash’s $146 million Series H Financing
Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment: Financial Technology Partners is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans status, Aboriginal/Native American status or any other legally-protected factors. If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact mailto:recruiting@ftpartners.com. Offices: San Francisco, California, United States (San Francisco);