Stephens is one of the more unusual names on this list. It's a family-owned investment bank based in Little Rock, Arkansas, founded in 1933, with offices across the US. It advises mid-sized companies on M&A and capital raising.
Who it suits
Students in the US who want a middle-market bank with a family-firm culture and are happy outside New York. A lot of its strength is in the South and Midwest. It's not a realistic route from the UK.
On the resume
- US format: GPA, one page, no photo.
- Deal or modelling experience with numbers.
- A clear reason to want Stephens and its locations. "I want to work in Little Rock" is a real advantage if it's true, because not many applicants can say it.