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....

Investment Analyst
Aero Capital Solutions

About the job
FIRM OVERVIEW
Aero Capital Solutions (“ACS”) is an alternative asset investment firm that specializes in mid-life commercial aircraft and engine leasing investment opportunities. ACS has deployed more than $5 billion in aviation investments to date and is in the process of raising its fourth private equity fund. With a global team of over 55 industry professionals, ACS has offices in Austin (USA), Dublin (Ireland) and Singapore. For more information, please visit aerocapitalsolutions.com.


POSITION OVERVIEW
Opportunity to join the ACS Investment Team as an Investment Analyst. We are looking for candidates to join our Austin, TX Headquarters and our office in Dublin, Ireland. A successful candidate will immediately be given significant responsibility in valuation modeling, investment underwriting, due diligence, and portfolio management as a key member of the team.
Central to the role is the ability to perform complex financial modeling and analysis, managing multiple project deadlines within tight timeframes, and communicating effectively with both senior management and external partners. A successful candidate will be someone that can learn the firm’s investment strategy quickly and provide critical insights based on his/her detailed financial analysis and diligence of a given investment opportunity.
Position offers a unique entry point into the intersection of private equity and aviation investments as part of an experienced team. Investment Analysts will get experience as investors in the commercial mid-life aircraft and engine leasing segment, and will learn, from the ground up, how a best-in-class asset manager identifies, evaluates, executes and manages its investments.


PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES 
- Model and evaluate new acquisition opportunities 
- Manage aviation investments through their lifecycle: initial valuation, confirmatory due diligence, deal closing, ongoing management and divestment 
- Build dynamic models capable of complex scenario analysis
- Provide support in debt underwriting from the initial marketing stage to documentation and closing 
- Work cross-functionally with other teams to understand all technical considerations of a deal and to develop buy side and sell side proposals and term sheets
- Assist in the financial and operational review of airlines around the world
- Calculate and monitor performance of investments across ACS's existing portfolio
- Support senior management as needed with ad hoc analyses and materials 


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & CHARACTERISTICS 
- Demonstrated track record of success in school and / or in the workplace, including internship experience in either investment banking, private equity, or similar roles with exposure to valuation modeling 
- High degree of personal and professional maturity 
- Strong quantitative and analytical skills
- Self-motivated with a high degree of initiative
- Strong work ethic and a deep sense of accountability 
- Ability to work well independently and as part of a team 
- Advanced Excel skills is a must with proficiency in Word and PowerPoint
- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, engineering, or related field with +3.75 GPA


EMPLOYMENT BASIS 
- Top-tier benefit package including a full suite of insurance coverage, retirement contributions, and paid time off
- Domestic and international travel required for full-time hires