[Remote] Contract Investment Banker (Generative AI – Finance)
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Kensho Technologies is S&P Global’s hub for AI innovation and transformation, seeking experienced Investment Banking professionals for a contract role. The position involves contributing to the development of generative AI tools for financial modeling and transaction analysis by leveraging real-world investment banking experience.ResponsibilitiesProduce high-quality investment banking deliverables used to train and evaluate AI systems, including:Valuation analyses (DCF, trading comps, precedent transactions)M&A and capital markets financial modelsAccretion/dilution and pro forma analysesTransaction scenarios and sensitivity analysesBuild financial models that adhere to industry-standard conventions, structure, and presentationDecompose complex transaction logic into clear, step-by-step reasoning that can be learned by AI systemsReview and assess AI-generated banking outputs for:Financial accuracy and internal consistencySoundness of assumptionsProfessional formatting and analytical rigorProvide detailed feedback to improve model reliability, realism, and edge-case handlingCollaborate asynchronously with product, research, and engineering teams to refine task definitions and evaluation criteriaSkills3-7 years of experience in investment banking, corporate finance, or transaction-focused advisory rolesStrong technical foundation in financial modeling and valuationStrong technical foundation in M&A and capital markets transactionsStrong technical foundation in accounting and financial statement analysisDeep familiarity with how banking analyses are structured, reviewed, and presentedAbility to clearly explain why certain modeling or valuation decisions are madeHigh attention to detail and quality standardsComfortable working independently in a remote, project-based environmentInterest in the intersection of finance and artificial intelligenceExperience across multiple transaction types (M&A, IPOs, debt offerings, restructurings)Exposure to both pitch and execution workPrior experience mentoring or reviewing junior analysts' workCuriosity about how automation and AI may augment financial services workflowsBenefitsMedical, Dental, and Vision insurance100% company paid premiumsUnlimited Paid Time Off26 weeks of 100% paid Parental Leave (paternity and maternity)401(k) plan with 6% employer matchingGenerous company matching on donations to non-profit charitiesUp to $20,000 tuition assistance toward degree programs, plus up to $4,000/year for ongoing professional education such as industry conferencesPlentiful snacks, drinks, and regularly catered lunchesDog-friendly office (CAM office)Bike sharing program membershipsCompassion leave and elder care leaveMentoring and additional learning opportunitiesOpportunity to expand professional network and participate in conferences and eventsCompany OverviewKensho is S&P Global’s hub for AI innovation and transformation. It was founded in 2013, and is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is https://kensho.com.