Event Driven Analyst (US Focus)

Event Driven Analyst (US Focus) – Urgent

Platinum & Partners has been asked by our client who is a leading financial services firm to identify a high-calibre Event Driven Analyst to join their London-based team. This is a rare opportunity to contribute to a top-tier equity markets division that services a global institutional client base, including hedge funds and asset managers.

The successful candidate will play a key role in identifying and analysing special situations—particularly North American merger arbitrage—and communicating actionable insights to clients at the highest level.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and evaluate US-focused event-driven situations with hard and soft catalysts, with emphasis on merger arbitrage
• Track and interpret breaking news, press releases and deal announcements in real-time
• Produce concise updates and analysis for internal teams and institutional clients
• Deliver idea-driven insights in collaboration with sales and trading desks
• Engage directly with company management, deal advisors, journalists and sector experts to enhance deal insight
• Attend corporate events and conferences as needed
• Undertake fundamental equity valuation and financial modelling
• Collaborate with internal Long/Short and Index Event teams to share intelligence and trading ideas
• Participate in ad hoc project work and research assignments as required

What We’re Looking For

• Commercially driven mindset with strong intellectual curiosity
• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with confidence interacting at senior levels (including Board/C-suite)
• Meticulous attention to detail and a proactive approach to idea generation
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative spirit
• Flexibility to work extended hours when required

Experience & Technical Skills

• Minimum of two years\’ post-training experience in investment banking or similar analytical role
• Exposure to event-driven, M&A, or private equity situations is highly desirable
• Deep understanding of the US equity market and macroeconomic landscape
• Strong Excel skills; familiarity with Bloomberg preferred
• Background in financial modelling and valuation analysis

This is an outstanding opportunity to work in a high-performance environment where your analysis directly influences trading and investment decisions across a global institutional client base.

• To express interest or learn more, please reach out to the team at Platinum & Partners in confidence.