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Jefferies

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At Jefferies, we believe that exceptional results emerge from a flat entrepreneurial structure where every team member can make an impact. Founded in 1962 with just $30,000 in borrowed capital, we have grown into the leading pure-play investment banking and capital markets firm by maintaining our partnership culture and collaborative spirit. Our professionals operate with real ownership, empowered to deliver creative solutions for clients across M&A advisory, equity capital markets, leveraged finance, and restructuring.

We operate as one cohesive team across 48 offices worldwide, optimizing for deep client relationships rather than bureaucracy. Our culture thrives on idea-driven approaches and meritocratic collaboration - where the best insight wins regardless of tenure. We have been remote-capable and digitally connected for decades, allowing us to serve clients seamlessly across time zones while maintaining the personal touch that defines our 60-year legacy. Our team members flourish in an environment that values analytical rigor, creative problem-solving, and direct communication over hierarchy.

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