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Evercore is a leading independent global advisory firm that provides strategic advisory services, execution excellence, and unsurpassed customer service for prominent multinational corporations, financial sponsors, institutions and wealthy individuals.

Evercore provides strategic advisory services including mergers and acquisitions transactions, execution excellence, and advisory services for prominent multinational corporations, financial sponsors, institutions and wealthy individuals.

Evercore looks for candidates with strong academic backgrounds, quantitative and analytical skills, teamwork abilities, extracurricular achievements, strong communication skills, integrity, and a passion for continual learning.

Graduate and Intern Opportunities

Evercore is one of the worlds leading independent


corporate finance advisory businesses. We pride
ourselves on the quality, objectivity and long term
relationship-based nature of our advice and our
considerable success demonstrates that our clients
value it very highly too. Our business has been growing
rapidly in recent years, particularly in Europe. To continue
to grow and succeed, we seek to recruit only exceptional
individuals that have the potential to offer the highest
levels of professionalism and expertise for which we are
known throughout our business.
Our Graduate programme provides successful
candidates with excellent training and support during
their first year and this continues throughout their
careers with Evercore. While a global firm, with offices
and joint ventures around the world, the focus and
size of our London office ensures that new Graduates
receive immediate exposure to both active M&A
transactions and the senior leadership of the firm.
We are seeking to attract only the most talented and
accomplished individuals to join our team and I strongly
encourage you to find out more about what Evercore can
offer you and your future.

Andrew Sibbald
CEO, Evercore, Europe

STRICTL

Who we are...
Evercore Americas

Evercore is a premier independent global advisory firm with operations


in the Americas, Europe and Asia. Evercore was founded in 1995 by
Roger Altman, a former Deputy Secretary of the U.S. Treasury and the
Firms Executive Chairman. Evercores CEO since 2009 has been Ralph
Schlosstein who was a co-founder of BlackRock and its President for
almost twenty years.

United States

10 offices

Canada

Toronto office

Mexico

We continue to expand globally in order to ensure the worldview and


international knowledge base that is now critical to all investors. Today,
our offices in the U.S., the UK, Spain, Mexico, Brazil, Canada, Hong Kong
and Singapore are complemented by strategic alliances with leading firms
in China, Japan, India, Korea and Argentina.

2 offices

Brazil

Evercore has earned a reputation as a leading independent advisory


firm by providing exceptional strategic advisory services, execution
excellence, and unsurpassed customer service. We have guided many
of the industrys largest, most complex and highest profile transactions.
Our now global presence makes Evercore an investment banking firm
of choice for prominent multinational corporations, financial sponsors,
institutions and wealthy individuals.

2 offices

Evercore Americas
Evercore Europe & Asia Evercore Europe & Asia

United States United Kingdom

10 offices

2 offices

Canada

Spain
Toronto office Madrid office

Mexico

2 offices

Brazil

2 offices

United Kingdom

2 offices

Spain

Madrid office

Hong Kong office

Hong Kong office

Singapore office

Singapore office

Aberdeen

Minneapolis
Toronto
San Francisco
Boston
Chicago
New York
Palo Alto
Washington DC
Los Angeles
Houston

London
South Korea: alliance with
Woori Investment &
Securities

Madrid

China: alliance with


Japan: alliance with
CITIC Securities International
Mizuho Securities
Hong Kong

Monterrey
Mexico City

India: alliance with Kotak


Singapore

6
Rio de Janeiro
So Paulo

Argentina: alliance with


Quantum Finanzas

Evercore offices

Strategic alliance markets

Our business in Europe


Evercores investment banking business in Europe
provides strategic advisory services on significant mergers,
acquisitions, divestitures, restructurings, financings, public
offerings, private placements and other strategic transactions
to clients in Europe, the Middle East and Africa.
As in the U.S. our model in Europe is based on deep industry
sector expertise, complemented by specialist practice
teams. We currently have seven industry teams covering
Financial Institutions, Utilities & Infrastructure, Energy,
Transportation, Healthcare, Metals & Mining and Technology.
We also have dedicated teams providing expert advice on
public M&A, Debt Advisory and Restructuring. Our growing
capital advisory businesses provide advice to managers and
investors on fund raising and secondary transactions in the
private asset market.
Our team in Europe has been growing steadily over recent
years and currently numbers in excess of 125 bankers in
our London, Aberdeen and Madrid offices. We have been
successful in hiring a number of high profile senior bankers
in recent years, as we have built out our capabilities, and
have been involved in some of the largest and most complex
transactions in the market.
Evercore constantly seeks talented, team oriented individuals
to join our firm. Throughout our organisation, we provide career
advancement and leadership opportunities that enable highly
motivated individuals to grow and succeed.

High quality advice is our sole product

U.S. heritage

Providing M&A, restructuring, capital

Significant international expansion with

markets, fund-raising and strategic advice

We do not lend, trade or otherwise risk the

firms capital

Ability to execute complex and cross-

border transactions

Advisory Focused

Experienced Leadership
Founded by Chairman, Roger Altman,

in 1995

Ralph Schlosstein joined as President and

CEO in 2009

European business led by Andrew Sibbald

since 2011

established and growing presence in each


of Europe, the Americas and Asia

International Business

Sustained Growth
Listed on NYSE in 2006
Investment Management and Institutional

Equities now supplement core Advisory


business

Breadth of sector coverage in US

gradually being replicated in Europe

Evercore Intern and Analyst positions offer career


experiences that we believe are unmatched in
the industry. A position at Evercore affords a truly
hands-on experience, working side by side with
senior executives as they craft strategies, create
opportunities and execute transactions on behalf
of their clients.
Working at Evercore is an opportunity to learn
the investment banking business from highly
experienced executives within a business that
seeks to maintain the highest industry standards.
Positions are offered in Evercores Advisory
business, including M&A, Restructuring, Debt
Advisory and in the Private Capital Advisory and
Private Funds Groups. We provide rigorous training
and ongoing mentorship activities and ensure
access to the firms senior executives.

The highlights...

As part of the Energy team in London


there are three key elements to my
role. The first is conducting detailed
financial analysis of oil and gas
firms, in particular their relative
valuations and building detailed
asset and corporate financial models.
Synthesising the outputs of this
financial analysis and incorporating
them with strategic considerations into
presentation and pitch materials forms
the second aspect. The final element
involves managing M&A processes,
both on the buyside and sellside.
This includes preparing marketing
materials, liaising with potential
bidders or the seller, managing data
rooms and coordinating Q&A.

Since joining Evercore the highlights


have included pitching to some of
the biggest names within the sector,
working directly with some of the best
management teams in the industry and
on a more general basis the constantly
evolving nature of the job. Each day
throws something different at you. One
personal example recently was a short
notice trip to Australia.

Skill set...
In my opinion the two most important
attributes required of an Analyst are
a keen desire to learn and an ability
to pick up information rapidly. Other
skills and attributes that will stand any
Analyst in good stead are a strong
work ethic, excellent team working
skills and calmness under pressure.

Why I chose Evercore

As clichd as it sounds, the


primary reason I chose Evercore
was the people. The opportunity
to work directly with some of
the most respected bankers in
the industry and within a high
achieving and more importantly
enjoyable team, was something
I couldnt turn down.

What I do

As clichd as it sounds, the primary


reason I chose Evercore was the
people. The opportunity to work
directly with some of the most
respected bankers in the industry
and within a high achieving and
more importantly enjoyable team,
was something I couldnt turn down.
In my mind the culture at Evercore
differentiates the firm from its
peers, with a very flat hierarchy and
emphasis on teamwork. When you
are working the long hours that this
job can require, it is critical that you
enjoy what you do and who you are
doing it with.

Hugo Baker

Studied Mechanical Engineering at Bristol.


Hugo, now an Associate 2, works in Energy.

... the sheer amount I have


learnt in a short space of time
at Evercore is my primary
highlight. This was certainly
the case when working on
my first deal, which was
advising Shire on the $55bn
takeover offer from AbbVie.

What I do

Rotation

As an Analyst at Evercore, one has


the opportunity to acquire a broad
skill set through exposure across
a wide range of sectors, tasks and
transactions. The vast majority of
my time is spent working on detailed
quantitative and qualitative research
and analysis, as well as developing
presentations for pitches and
mandated projects.

As part of the graduate rotation


programme at Evercore, I have spent
time in both the Transportation and
General Advisory teams. Being in
a sector team allowed me to have
a deeper understanding of industry
trends and companies. On the
other hand, the General Advisory
team has given me the opportunity
to experience a broader range of
situations with a particular focus on
UK public transactions. Thus, in less
than a year, I have worked on mandates
ranging from healthcare to airports.

Skill set...

Although the nature of the


transactions I have been involved
with have been varied, the skills
required are the same. A good Analyst
needs to be bright, enthusiastic
and very willing to learn. Beyond
those attributes, I believe that you
need to have a strong work ethic,
as well as good communication and
organisational skills.

The highlights...

Arjun Perumalpillai

Studied Human Sciences at Oxford. His first placement was in Transport


and hes now working as an Analyst 2 in General Advisory.

Having not read a finance related


degree at university, the sheer amount
I have learnt in a short space of time
at Evercore is my primary highlight.
This was certainly the case when
working on my first deal, which was
advising Shire on the $55bn takeover
offer from AbbVie. The transaction
represents the largest UK takeover
in almost a decade. Throughout the
process I learnt so much about the
intricacies of a UK public process and
got a real buzz from working on such
a high profile transaction.

Why I chose Evercore


The choice was very easy. Having
completed an internship at a bulge
bracket bank, the contrast with
respect to teamwork, senior banker
and client exposure, and responsibility
could not be greater. As an Analyst at
Evercore, you have the opportunity to
be involved in almost every aspect of
a project, primarily due to the firms
preference for small deal teams and
its collegiate working environment.
Furthermore, given Evercores strong
growth trajectory, I dont believe there
is a better place to start a career in
investment banking.

What I do

Skill set...
Although a good grasp of corporate
finance and the ability to perform
quantitative analysis is essential,
a far broader set of skills are
needed in order to succeed as an
Analyst in M&A. One of the most
important attributes is the ability
to communicate effectively given
the constant interaction with senior
bankers, clients and other advisers
on a day to day basis. Other crucial
skills include managing multiple
tasks with competing deadlines,
being inquisitive and showing a keen
desire to learn, strong team working
skills and the ability to keep calm
when under pressure.

The highlights...
The biggest highlight of my first year
has been the level of responsibility
and client interaction that I have been
given as a junior banker at Evercore.
Throughout the transactions I have

been involved in, I have been a


core member of the team, taking
part in key discussions both
internally with senior bankers,
and externally with the client and
related parties

Rotation
The graduate rotation programme
at Evercore allows Analysts to
gain experience across different
sectors, as well as the opportunity
to work with a variety of individuals
across the bank. As part of this
programme, I have spent time
working with both the Utilities
and Infrastructure team and the
Financial Institutions team. This
has allowed me to develop a
broader set of corporate finance
skills, including more asset based
financial modeling in the Utilities
team and more corporate financial
modeling and relative valuation in
Financial Institutions.

To date, I have spent time working


with both the Utilities & Infrastructure
team and the Financial Institutions
team as part of the Analyst rotation
programme. My role as an Analyst
in both teams has included
performing detailed financial analysis
and research on companies and
market opportunities, building
financial models and ultimately
preparing client presentations which
incorporate the financial analysis
with a strategic overlay. Furthermore,
on mandated projects, the Analyst
will play a key role in the day to day
process management, liaising with
clients, other advisers and potential
bidders where applicable.

The biggest highlight of my


first year has been the level
of responsibility and client
interaction that I have been
given as a junior banker at
Evercore. Throughout the
transactions I have been
involved in, I have been a core
member of the team, taking
part in key discussions both
internally with senior bankers,
and externally with the client
and related parties

Why I chose Evercore


Having previously completed
internships at other banks, the
culture and people at Evercore
played a big part in my decision.
Evercores team oriented
approach and flat hierarchy, offers
juniors the opportunity to work
directly with bankers across all
levels, providing an unparalleled
learning experience. The teams
at Evercore highly value the input
from their junior bankers. An open
communication channel exists
between senior and junior bankers
which means you are offered the
opportunity to actively engage in
the full complexities of a deal from
the outset.

Filip Panovski

Studied Economics at Nottingham. His first placement was in


Utilities & Infrastructure and hes now working as an Analyst 2
in Financial Institutions.

Within five months of


arriving, I closed my first
deal and within my first
year there have been two
more. I have had incredible
exposure both to clients
and to the whole process of
a deal from start to finish.

What I do

Rotation

No two days are alike; my role varies


constantly but is mostly made up of
financial analysis and presentation
materials. The financial analysis could
be of a companys current trading,
modeling its forecast performance or
tracking the historic performance of a
sector. Meanwhile the presentations
we prepare are used for every
stage of a deal from pitch, to board
meetings, to marketing. Analysts
are also expected to keep on top
of company news, pertinent sector
developments and market reaction.

Rotations enhance the Analyst


experience at Evercore as each
Analyst is given the opportunity to
learn about two or more sectors. Over
eighteen months, there is sufficient
time for Analysts to appreciate the
nuances of deal processes in different
sectors as well as settling into a
new team. Furthermore, the process
strengthens the culture across the
firm.

Skill set...
As training provided is so
comprehensive for an Analyst, the most
essential components of an Analysts
skill set are critical thinking, stamina and
enthusiasm to tackle a steep learning
curve. Great emphasis is placed upon
Analysts learning through doing and
we are treated with patience and
encouragement while we do so. The
most valuable attributes an Analyst can
bring to their team are a willingness
to engage, take on responsibility and
maintain the quality of their work even
under pressure.

The highlights...

Ros Ogilvie-Smith

Joined Evercore after studying Classics


with Oriental Studies at Oxford.
Her initial placement was with FIG, shes
now working as an Analyst 2 in Energy.

Within five months of arriving, I closed


my first deal and within my first year
there have been two more. I have had
incredible exposure both to clients and
to the whole process of a deal from
start to finish. For me, the greatest
highlight is how much I have improved.
Moreover, the exciting pace does not
slow down. Each day there are new
challenges; this job is never dull.

The culture and


environment
Evercore values each individual and
treats them fairly. Within teams there
is no rigid hierarchy, and Analysts
are encouraged to be inquisitive and
proffer their own thoughts during
internal discussions. Teamwork is
indispensable and Evercore offers a
unique opportunity where Analysts are
given responsibilities and play a key
role in small teams with some of the
most highly respected bankers in the
industry.

Why I chose Evercore


Evercore combines the strengths
and achievements of an international
investment bank with a small, tight
team structure which makes each
individual feel valued. Its core asset
is its people, and the nature of small
teams means that every Analyst
quickly becomes involved with every
aspect of a transaction across several
live projects.

Rotation

As an Analyst my day to day


responsibilities include financial
analysis and research on companies
and market opportunities, preparing
client presentations and working on
financial models. As an Analyst at
Evercore you will be involved in every
aspect of a transaction which will allow
you to acquire a wide range of skills.

As part of Evercores rotation


programme, graduates get the
unique opportunity to work in
different sector teams. This allows
Analysts to broaden their technical
skill set, to learn about different
industries and to approach
challenges from different angles.
In addition, it helps with building a
network across the entire firm and
is an opportunity for Analysts to
receive well rounded training.

Skill set...
It is essential that an Analyst is able
to manage multiple tasks and display
excellent communication skills. It is
vital to be a team player and to be
inquisitive and enthusiastic, to make
the most of your experience and to
have the desire to constantly learn
and develop further.

The highlights...
Only five months after joining
Evercore I was able to complete
my first deal, a buyside. I was
part of a small deal team and
had a comprehensive view of the
whole transaction process. My
responsibilities included building
the financial model to analyse the
underlying business and to prepare
presentations for client meetings.
During the whole process I was
a core member of the team and
involved in all key discussions and
meetings with decision makers.

The culture and


environment
While Evercore continues its growth
path and has added capabilities
to cover a wide range of industry
sectors, the firm maintains its strong
team oriented culture and collegiate
work environment.

Only five months after


joining Evercore I was
able to complete my
first deal, a buyside.

What I do

Why I chose Evercore


It was important to me to join
a firm where I would enjoy first
rate training and work in an
entrepreneurial and collegiate
work environment. Evercore
offers the opportunity to train
and acquire the necessary
skills required for the job at the
graduate training programme at
the firms headquarters in New
York, supplemented by continued
training sessions throughout
the year in London. Moreover,
as an Analyst you are given
responsibility right from the start
and you immediately play a key
role in transaction execution.

Thomas Fraberger

Studied International Business Administration at Vienna School of Economics & Business, and
Accounting & Finance at LSE. Thomas, now an Analyst 3, works in Utilities & Infrastructure.

The highlight was looking back


after completing my first year
and realising how much I had
learnt and the quality of work
produced together with the
team. Another was being asked
for the first time by our client
What do you think about this?

What I do

The highlights...

I am part of Evercores Restructuring


team, covering clients in both Europe
and the Middle East. As an Analyst,
my responsibilities revolve around
deal execution on one hand, and
our marketing activities on the other.
With the former, I am preparing
analyses and presentations that
are being used for both internal
and external purposes. In preparing
those, I am working closely with our
clients and attend meetings with
the management teams or other
advisers. For our marketing activities,
my responsibilities include a variety
of tasks from the identification of
potential clients to the pitch with the
management team.

The highlight was looking back after


completing my first year and realising
how much I had learnt and the quality
of work produced together with the
team. Another highlight was being
asked What do you think about this?
by our client for the first time.

Skill set...
I believe that diligence, a great eye for
detail and the ability to grasp complex,
technical topics are among the
most important skills and attributes
an Analyst can bring. As a single
restructuring transaction will evolve
over time, sometimes taking more
than one year to complete, client work
represents a great opportunity to
build relationships, take responsibility
and learn about the company and
the industry in general. It is therefore
important to show enthusiasm and
willingness to learn, which both the
Analyst and the team will benefit from.

Nils Oppel

Studied International Business Economics at Maastricht, and did


an MPhil at Cambridge. Nils is an Analyst 2 in Restructuring.

The culture and


environment
Evercore has a collegiate, team
oriented work environment
where each member of the team
is approachable and open to
suggestions from any other team
member. Evercore unquestionably
has a demanding culture, where
a variety of responsibilities are
assigned right after joining and
direct client interaction is business
as usual for Analysts. However, I
believe that with the right attitude
and willingness to learn, Evercore
offers great opportunities to thrive
and learn from the tasks assigned.

Why I chose Evercore


The primary reason for choosing
Evercore was the quality of people I
met during my interviews. Needless
to say, Evercores reputation for
providing independent, high quality
advice played a fundamental part too.

What makes an Evercore Analyst


At Evercore, we seek high calibre individuals equipped with the skills and attitude to
achieve success in our challenging, dynamic environment.

Evercore Recruitment Process

As well as a strong academic background, (a minimum 2:1 degree or predicted


degree result), we also look for:
A strong interest in investment banking and global markets
Quantitative and analytical acumen

2015

Demonstrable ability to work as part of a team


Evidence of achievement outside of academic sphere
The ability to remain calm under pressure
Enthusiasm, commitment and a passion for continual learning
Strong communication and organisational skills
Honesty, integrity and a respectful attitude to all

Summer internships:
Our summer Internship programme provides students with the opportunity to learn
more about investment banking over an approximate 8 week period. The programme
is ideal for those who are in their penultimate year of study.
Our interns are highly valued members of the team and we ensure the first week of
the programme is dedicated to training. This provides an excellent foundation from the
outset, enabling them to make a real contribution to their respective teams early on.
In addition, we hold social events within the firm giving the opportunity for interns to
network and talk with senior staff members, learning about the business in a more
informal environment.
A number of our summer interns have subsequently received and accepted offers to
join our full Graduate Programme.

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Analyst Summer 2015

Intern Summer 2015

Opening date for applications:


Monday 22nd September 2014

Closing date for applications:
Friday 24th October 2014

Opening date for applications:


Monday 24th November 2014

Closing date for applications:
Friday 2nd January 2015

Application
To apply for our 2015 Graduate Programme or Summer Internship Programme,

please visit our website http://www.evercore.com/careers and complete our


online application. Please ensure you include a cover letter along with your CV.
We are interested in learning about you as a person as well as your academics

Online tests
If your application is successful you will be asked to complete some online tests
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Interviews
Interviews will include a combination of telephone and face to face meetings

Assessment day
The assessment day is the final stage of the process and is made up of team

exercises and interviews where you will meet current Analysts as well as more
senior members of staff

Outcome
We will aim to tell you the result of your assessment day as soon as possible,

usually by the following day

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Recent European transactions

US$55bn

Pending 2014

Advising Shire on the takeover


offer from Abbvie

US$445m

2014

Advised Cable & Wireless


Communications PLC on the
disposal of Monaco Telecom

$1.625bn

2014

Advised Severstal on the sale of


its Columbus mini-mill facility to
Steel Dynamics

Terms not
disclosed

Pending 2014

Advised Dr B. R. Shetty on the


acquisition of Travelex Holdings

$2.075bn Closed
$1.5bn Target

2014

LS Power Equity Partners III


Energy & Power Infrastructure

Terms not disclosed

2014

Acquisition of a 49.9% share in


The Airline Group, holder of a
41.9% stake in NATS, by USS

Other notable transactions

US$124bn

2014

Advised AstraZeneca on the


unsolicited approach from Pfizer

US$1,288m

2014

US$7.3bn

Pending

Advising tw telecom on its sale to


Level 3 Communications

$3.65bn

2014

US$4bn

2014

Advised Sun Pharma on its


acquisition of Ranbaxy

HK$26,000m

2014

Advised Ophir on the sale of a


20% stake in Tanzanian Blocks 1,
3 & 4 to Pavilion Energy

Advised the Disinterested


Directors of the Board of Chrysler
Group LLC on the purchase of the
VEBAs 41.5% member interests
for $3.65bn by Fiat

Advised CLP Holdings on the


acquisition, together with China
Southern Power Grid, of
ExxonMobil's majority stake in its
Hong Kong electricity business

$2bn

US$19.3bn

US$6.9bn

2014

Advised ZIM (Israel) on its


$2 billion financial restructuring

2013

Advised the Special Committee of


Dell on the companys take
private by Michael Dell
and Silver Lake

2012

Advised Bristol-Myers Squibb


on its acquisition of Amylin and
subsequent sale of half of its
interest in Amylin to AstraZeneca

Terms not disclosed

2014

Advised IMG on its sale to WME /


SilverLake

US$4.1bn

2014

Advised AT&T Inc. on its


acquisition of Leap Wireless
International Inc.

US$7.2bn

2012

Advised El Paso Corporation/


Kinder Morgan on its sale of EP
Energy to Apollo Global
Management and Riverstone
Holdings

15 Stanhope Gate London, W1K 1LN Tel: 020 7653 6000


www.evercore.com/careers

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