2027 Full Time Analyst - Growth Capital Advisory

About the role

Lazard is seeking to recruit an Analyst to join the Growth Capital Advisory team in Austin, Texas.

Responsibilities

• Build and execute financial models, valuation analyses, and cap table / waterfall analyses that inform pricing and transaction structure
• Support the preparation of client presentations, investor materials, and other marketing materials
• Track and synthesize trends across the private markets ecosystem, including capital raises, M&A activity, sector momentum, and evolving investor appetite
• Develop and maintain relationships with leading growth-stage investors and identify the most relevant capital partners for each process
• Leverage AI tools to accelerate internal research, data-processing, and internal workstreams
• Work directly alongside senior bankers, founders, and institutional investors throughout live processes

Requirements

• Current enrollment at a U.S. university with an expected graduation date in Spring 2027
• Excellent academic credentials; Minimum 3.6 GPA
• Investment banking or equivalent relevant experience
• Strong analytical skills with extensive training in the building of presentation materials and financial modelling and accountancy – e.g. 3 statement models, valuation methodologies, etc.
• A passion for technology with an entrepreneurial mindset and high degree of intellectual curiosity
• Excellent attention to detail and high standards of accuracy
• A high level of responsiveness with a strong work ethic and commitment to maintaining a high-quality work product
• A team player mindset; ability to work as part of a close-knit team
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate both to deal teams and external clients
• A strong ability to multi-task
• An ability to utilize AI tools and interest in how they can be used to improve the efficiency of the team

Qualifications

• Current enrollment at a U.S. university with an expected graduation date in Spring 2027
• Minimum 3.6 GPA
• Investment banking or equivalent relevant experience
• Extensive training in building presentation materials and financial modelling and accountancy
• A passion for technology and an entrepreneurial mindset
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Ability to leverage AI tools effectively

Skills

• Financial modeling
• Valuation analysis
• Cap table and waterfall analysis
• Client presentation preparation
• Trend tracking in private markets
• Relationship building with investors
• Use of AI tools

Benefits

We strive to enhance the total health and well-being of our employees through comprehensive, competitive benefits. Our goal is to offer a highly individualized employee experience that enables you to balance your commitments to career, family, and community. When you work for Lazard, you are working for an organization that cares about your unique talents and passions, and will continue to invest in the development of your career.

Pay

The base salary for this role is approximately $120,000 USD. Various factors contribute to determining the actual base compensation offered, including but not limited to the applicant’s years of relevant experience, career tenure, qualifications, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, relevant skills for the role, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.

Schedule

Not specified