2026 Investment Banking Industrial Placement - 12 Month Program (London) at Leerink

2026 Investment Banking Industrial Placement - 12 Month Program - London

Leerink Partners is a leading, healthcare-focused investment bank with a legacy of excellence in financial advisory and capital markets. The firm’s experienced team provides innovative strategic advice, capital-raising expertise, and differentiated insights to help clients achieve their growth and financing objectives. Since its inception, Leerink has advised on over $70 billion in M&A transactions, helped clients raise more than $175 billion in capital, and established itself as a trusted partner to healthcare companies and their investors. In June 2025, Leerink expanded internationally with the opening of its London office, marking the next phase in the global build-out of its M&A franchise.

Leerink Partners offers a 12-month Industrial Placement Program for undergraduate students undertaking a placement year as part of their degree. This is an opportunity to join an experienced, full-service investment bank focused on growth and innovation within the healthcare and life sciences sectors.  The program provides a unique opportunity to work alongside our investment banking professionals, gaining hands-on experience across a range of M&A transactions while developing the skills required for a successful career in financial services and contributing to the firm’s continued expansion and growing presence in Europe

As a Placement Analyst, you will:

• Learn about the firm, our culture, and the healthcare investment banking landscape
• Develop technical, analytical, and professional skills through structured and on-the-job training
• Contribute directly to live transactions and client engagements

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in preparing client presentations, memoranda, and other transaction-related materials
• Build and maintain financial models and perform valuation analyses
• Conduct company and industry research, review business plans, and analyze financial statements
• Support due diligence and execution processes
• Work closely with senior team members across the firm

Experience and Qualifications:

• Degree discipline or coursework in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Life Sciences preferred
• Outstanding analytical and quantitative skills, with strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively both independently and in a team environment
• Highly motivated, intellectually curious, and adaptable within a dynamic, entrepreneurial setting
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills

Additional Information:

• Location: London, United Kingdom
• Program duration: 12 months, beginning Summer 2026
• Applicants must have the legal right to work in the United Kingdom for the duration of the placement and not require visa sponsorship in the future
• While the program is designed for students completing a placement year, we will also consider recent graduates who are interested in gaining experience through a placement year opportunity

About Leerink Partners, LLC

Leerink Partners is a leading investment bank providing a complete suite of financial solutions comprising M&A advisory, equity, debt, and derivative capital markets, equity research, and sales and trading capabilities. The firm’s strategic focus on the healthcare industry empowers it to provide unique advice and insights to its clients. The firm is a broker-dealer registered with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission and a member of the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Leerink Partners is an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to expanding its commitments and investments to create a more diverse, equitable and inclusive company culture and innovative ecosystem. We are strongly committed to the values and policy of equal employment opportunity across our employment practices.

Actual starting base pay will be determined on skills, experience, and other non-discriminatory factors permitted by law. Total compensation may also include variable incentives, bonuses, benefits, and/or other perks, as outlined in any formal offer made.