Job Description

Eligibility

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CFA Level 2; & 6 - 12 months experience in: + Private Equity / Venture Capital
+ Front-End Investment Banking
+ Back or Middle Office roles in a bulge bracket investment banking firms supporting their front-end IB team
+ Investment Banking KPO
+ Financial Due Diligence in Big 4
+ Commercial Due Diligence in top tier Consulting Firm (MBB, Alvarez & Marsal, AT Kearney, Praxis Global, etc.)
+ Credit Rating agency
+ Equity Research
Candidates not eligible for the Junior Fellowship Program due to education or experience, or those unable to meet the cut-off percentile for the Junior Fellowship Program, but demonstrating keen interest and a hunger for business, finance, entrepreneurship, and/or investment toward investment banking.

Program Duration

Total of 18 months divided into:
o 6 months under Management Training +
o 6 months in the Junior Fellowship Program +
o 6 months in the Senior Fellowship Program

Compensation

+ First 0-6 months (Management Training Program) ?40,000 per month
+ Next 7-12 months (Junior Fellowship Program) ?55,000 per month
+ Final 13-18 months (Senior Fellowship Program) ?65,000 per month

Intake : 2 candidates every quarter

What You Can Expect

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Front-end role - direct interaction with start-up founders from Day 1 Understanding of the full deal cycle - right from first call with the founder to the time money is in the bank Understand Dexter's thesis unique lens of start-up evaluation

What You Will Work On

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Interaction with start-up founders from day 1 in evaluation of potential deals Assisting the deal lead in entire deal execution including being part of Dexter-Investor calls Company-Investor calls Collateral preparation including financial model, IM, Teasers, competition benchmarking, valuation comps, etc. Coordination of various due diligence processes (tax, financial, legal, etc.), investor/client calls meetings, etc. Deal documentation closure processes Industry/sector research for deal sourcing assist in finalizing M&A/VC/PE mandates Preparation and updation of marketing materials for clients, media, conferences, etc. Updating internal MIS/databases

How to Apply

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Interested candidates may apply with their resume by filling the form Post filling the form, we will share the assessment test link with the selected candidates. The test would have a moderate difficulty level and would be time-bound so the candidate(s) may brush up on their knowledge and may give some mock tests before appearing for the actual test. A percentile method with a minimum cut-off score would be used to shortlist candidates. On clearing the test, selected candidates will undergo a rigorous interview process with a minimum of 2 rounds, potentially lasting up to 4 rounds. If not shortlisted, the candidate may re-apply in 3 months after skill improvement or may opt for a lower program. The selected candidate will be on a contract basis during training and will convert into a full-time employee upon successful program completion. Candidates are expected to work from Dexter's offices in Bangalore, Delhi, or Mumbai, ideally from the supervisor's location. Candidates will enroll in approved online courses, such as Finnacle Shah Academy's Fin Pro Program (for Graduates) or Fin Bridge Program (for 2nd-year students). Other institutions may be considered after due diligence. The expenses for training and online courses will initially be borne by the candidate and reimbursed upon successful program completion and 2 years of employment with Dexter. While undergoing the course, candidates are expected to work full-time at Dexter to fulfill job responsibilities. Each program duration (management training and fellowships) will be 6 months each. Upon successful completion of the program and evaluation, candidates may progress from Management Training to Junior Fellowship, Senior Fellowship, and potentially receive a full-time offer as an Investment Banking Analyst. If performance does not meet expectations, the program duration may be extended by 3-6 months to allow improvement before a full-time offer is considered. The program can be terminated for indiscipline, lack of sincerity, or other extraordinary circumstances. Candidates are encouraged to enroll for CFA Levels 1/2/3. Examination fees will initially be covered by the candidate and reimbursed upon passing the CFA exam and completing 12 months of employment. Relocation expenses are not covered by the company. Candidates will not have access to company-provided insurance or healthcare benefits during the program. These benefits will become available upon full-time employment conversion. * Note: Candidates are required to have their own laptops for work. The company does not provide laptops.