Dear Hiring Team at Intesa Sanpaolo,

I am writing to express my interest in the ISPIRE Risk Analyst position within your esteemed organization. With a recently completed MSc in Finance from Dublin City University (DCU) and a solid foundation in risk management, financial analysis, and quantitative methods, I am eager to contribute effectively to your risk management team.

Throughout my academic journey, I have developed strong analytical and numerical skills, and I have gained a thorough understanding of financial instruments and markets. My coursework included modules such as Financial Statement Analysis, Corporate Finance, and Financial Markets and Derivatives, which have equipped me with the necessary knowledge to monitor, analyze, and report on various risk exposures, such as liquidity risk, market risk, and FX risk.

While I am currently enhancing my programming skills through courses, I have worked with R for my academic assignments. Additionally, my proficiency in MS Excel, including the use of macros, and other MS applications such as Word and PowerPoint, allows me to perform data analysis and present findings effectively.

Key responsibilities in this role, such as maintaining and developing risk management systems and models, monitoring bond portfolio compliance, performing daily derivatives valuations, and conducting operational risk activities, align well with my academic and practical experiences. During my internship as a Virtual Customer Support Executive at Amazon India, I demonstrated strong attention to detail, effective communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines.

I am particularly enthusiastic about the opportunity to work within a team of professionals and contribute to the continuous improvement of risk management processes at Intesa Sanpaolo. Your commitment to supporting customers and promoting growth in various markets resonates with my career aspirations, and I am keen to be part of such a dynamic and forward-thinking organization.

Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to the opportunity to discuss how my academic background, risk management knowledge, and enthusiasm for quantitative analysis can contribute to the success of your team.

For the Cover Letters
The rule that I always suggest for cover letters is Reason - Research - Relevance. All cover letters should be a little bit different and not just in the first and last paragraphs. The cover letter is a motivational letter about you in the context of why the company should hire you. Start by identifying the top 5 reasons you want to work in that company in a specific role. Choose 3 of them that you can relate your specific experiences to and just write about those in the cover letter.

For example:
Reason - you really like that northern trust describes itself as innovative
Research - reference that you know the job is about process improvements (requiring you to be innovative)
Relevance - in your experience in XXX you loved when you got to investigate an issue, research solutions and present back a process improvement that would change XXX

Do that for 3 paragraphs and you have a much more persuasive letter as to why the company should interview you. IT also will help you prepare for interview.
Customize the above Cover letter according to below job description and do not mention which i do not have....Also add that i used R for my academic assignments and Stata for my disserstaion which focused on M&A....As well as make it ATS friendly that it can pass through. Make the below skills look natural and mention where it came it from....make the cover letter direct, using simple words but attractive to recruiter as well as ATS....

Analyst/Associate, Treasury Sales Associate- Bank of America

About the job
Job Description:

Company Overview

At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and delivering for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders every day.

Being a Great Place to Work is core to how we drive Responsible Growth. This includes our commitment to being a diverse and inclusive workplace, attracting and developing exceptional talent, supporting our teammates’ physical, emotional, and financial wellness, recognizing and rewarding performance, and how we make an impact in the communities we serve.

At Bank of America, you can build a successful career with opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact. Join us!

Location Overview:

Overlooking the spectacular Iveagh Gardens with access to all amenities in the beating heart of central Dublin is our Park Place office. Travel options include the LUAS, Dublin Bus networks as well as the Dublin Bikes station, positioned just outside our front doors. As part of our commitment to supporting staff travel to and from work in the most sustainable way possible, we also provide tax saver tickets as part of our award-winning benefits package which means getting to work has never been easier.

Role Description

The Treasury Sales Associate/Analyst (TSA) is responsible for supporting the Sales processes for one or more Treasury Sales Officers (TSO). Working with the TSO to assist in managing and growing the GTS portfolios of Large Corporate Irish based HQ Clients and EMEA treasury centres. . Assist in coordinating the Client Management process by focusing on new client acquisition and further development of existing relationships through identifying client needs.

TSAs are responsible for utilising support partners and resources to coordinate industry, prospects, and client research for use in pre-call planning for TSOs and partners. TSAs are also accountable for the accuracy of sales data within source systems (e.g. deal pipeline, client plans, call reports, and other sales tracking systems and reports which may be developed).

Responsibilities


•	Review pipeline and create reports 
•	Maintain and log information around execution of the client contact strategy
•	Participate in the contract management process 
•	Contribute to credit facility activities
•	Serve as a primary participant in annual pricing events
•	Research client information and prepare materials to introduce new ideas, capabilities and solutions to clients and prospects
•	Proactively inform and advise clients of enhancements/improvements in capabilities


Requirements


•	Bachelors' degree or equivalent work experience with demonstrated results
•	Demonstrable business acumen with good organisation and communication skills
•	Focus on customers and clients whilst promoting a culture of compliance
•	Preferably previous experience in a similar GTS/Corporate Banking position or Implementation, Client Service and or Product background
•	Fluent in English


Bank of America

Good conduct and sound judgment is crucial to our long term success. It’s important that all employees in the organisation understand the expected standards of conduct and how we manage conduct risk. Individual accountability and an ownership mind-set are the cornerstones of our Code of Conduct and are at the heart of managing risk well.

We are an equal opportunities employer, and ensure that no applicant is subject to less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, gender identity, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, age, sexual orientation, socio-economic background, responsibilities for dependants, physical or mental disability. The Bank selects candidates for interview based on their skills, qualifications and experience.

We strive to ensure that our recruitment processes are accessible for all candidates and encourage any candidates to tell us about any adjustment requirements.

Benefits of working at Bank of America:

Ireland

Private healthcare for you and your family plus an annual health screen to help you manage your physical wellness with the option to purchase a screen for your partner


•	 Competitive pension plan, life assurance and group income protection cover if you become unable to work as a result of a disability or health reasons
•	 20 days of back-up childcare and 20 days of back-up adult care per annum
•	 The ability to change your core benefits as well as the option of selecting a variety of flexible benefits to suit your personal circumstances including access to a wellbeing account, travel insurance, critical illness etc.
•	 Access to an Employee Assistance Program for confidential support and help for everyday matters
•	 Access to free counselling through the Employee Assistance Program and virtual GP services through our private health care plan
•	 Ability to donate to charities of your choice and the bank will match your contribution
•	 Opportunity to access our Arts & Culture corporate membership program and receive discounted entry to some of Ireland’s most iconic cultural institutions and exhibitions.
•	 Opportunity to give back to your community, develop new skills and work with new groups of people by volunteering in your local community.