Investment Banking Expert — (Remote, Global)

Mercor is hiring experienced Investment Banking Experts for a paid research engagement with a leading foundational model AI lab. This remote contract pays $130/hour, runs at least four weeks starting in October, and values strong financial modeling, pitch decks, and industry analysis skills.

Why this role matters

Companies building AI models need high-quality finance inputs. As an Investment Banking Expert, your work improves model training and research. This role offers above-market pay, flexible scheduling, and exposure to AI research workflows — a strong bridge between traditional finance and frontier AI.

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Role Overview

Title: Investment Banking Expert (Contract)
Location: Remote — US / UK / Canada / Europe / Australia based applicants preferred.
Commitment: Minimum 10 hours/week, asynchronous, four-week minimum starting in October (possible extensions).

What you’ll do

• Produce high-quality financial models and valuation work.
• Create and critique pitch decks and investment summaries.
• Write concise memos and company/industry analyses for AI training data.
• Collaborate asynchronously with Mercor researchers and reviewers.
• Log hours weekly for Stripe Connect payouts.

Who is a good fit

• 2+ years at reputable investment banks, advisory firms, or PE/VC with relevant analyst/associate experience.
• Strong Excel/financial-modeling skills and clean deliverable formatting.
• Experience building pitch decks, investor memos, or deep company analysis.
• Comfortable working asynchronously and committing at least 10 hours per week.

Compensation & Legal Notes

Pay rate: $130/hour (weekly payout via Stripe Connect). Classification: at-will contractor. Top performers may earn rate increases and access to future projects. Mercor is an equal-opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations upon request.

How to Apply — Step-by-Step

1. Prepare a short cover note: 3–5 sentences highlighting your IB experience and relevant deliverables (models, decks, memos).
2. Attach your CV/resume: Keep finance work examples concise and quant-focused.
3. Share samples or links: Redacted pitch decks, model screenshots, or a one-page memo are helpful.
4. Click the Apply button above to open Mercor’s job page and submit via their portal.
5. Log hours: If selected, track hours carefully — weekly payouts via Stripe Connect depend on your logs.

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Interview & Selection Preparation Guide

Role-Specific Questions (8–12)

• Walk me through a DCF you built recently. What were the key assumptions?
• Describe the most challenging pitch deck you prepared. What changed the outcome?
• How do you ensure models are error-free and auditable?
• Explain a time you simplified complex financial insights for non-finance stakeholders.
• Which sectors have you covered and what key metrics do you track?
• How do you handle conflicting data when building a valuation?
• Describe your process for writing an investment memo.
• How do you manage asynchronous collaboration and version control?

General Interview Questions (5–7)

• Tell me about yourself and your most relevant projects.
• Why are you interested in working with Mercor?
• How do you prioritise tasks under tight deadlines?
• Where do you see your career in two years?
• What is your expected hourly rate and availability?

Suggested Answers & Talking Points

• DCF walk-through: State purpose, key revenue & margin assumptions, terminal value approach, and sensitivity ranges.
• Model QA: Use checklists, reconcile to historicals, peer-checks, and keep well-documented assumption tabs.
• Asynchronous work: Share clear deliverable checklists, versioned filenames, and short update notes for reviewers.
• Why Mercor: Emphasize interest in AI, desire to improve model training data quality, and the appeal of flexible, high-impact work.

Do’s & Don’ts (6–8 each)

Do’s

• Do provide clear, redacted samples showing structure and key outputs.
• Do keep explanations concise and quant-focused.
• Do state your async workflow and availability clearly.
• Do document assumptions and sources in every model or memo.
• Do respond promptly during selection steps and provide weekly hour logs accurately.
• Do ask about future project opportunities and feedback cycles.

Don’ts

• Don’t submit unstructured or unlabelled model files.
• Don’t overpromise availability you can’t meet.
• Don’t include confidential client data in samples.
• Don’t be vague about your role in team projects.
• Don’t miss weekly logging deadlines if selected.
• Don’t ignore Mercor’s feedback on sample deliverables.

Preparation Checklist

• Updated CV highlighting relevant IB experience.
• Redacted pitch deck or one-page memo (PDF preferred).
• Three sample model screenshots or a zipped sample (no confidential data).
• Availability calendar showing weekly hour commitment.
• Stripe Connect-compatible payment details (for payouts).
• Quiet workspace for any synchronous calls and fast internet.

Extra Pro Tips

• Use consistent naming for files: Role_SampleName_Date.pdf
• Include a short readme.txt explaining the sample deliverable and your role.
• Highlight measurable outcomes: deals closed, % improvements, or model accuracy gains.
• Be proactive — offer a brief 1–2 hour pilot deliverable if asked.

Role Workflow — How the Job Typically Runs

The work is asynchronous. You will receive a brief, deliver a model or memo, upload materials, and log hours. Feedback cycles are short. High-quality, reproducible outputs increase chances for future paid work.

Example Week (10–15 hours)

• Day 1: Receive brief and clarify assumptions (1–2 hours).
• Days 2–3: Build model and draft memo (4–6 hours).
• Day 4: Revise based on reviewer notes (2–3 hours).
• Day 5: Finalize deliverables, upload, and log hours (1–2 hours).

Learning & Upskill Resources

• Free intro: Coursera — “Financial Markets” (audit available)
• Professional certificate: Wall Street Prep or CFI financial modeling courses
• Advanced study: MSc Finance or a top university finance program for long-term growth

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