Investment Banking and Capital Markets - M&A Associate

About the role

This is an opportunity to be part of a dynamic, growing team, leading transactions from start to finish, and working closely with senior leadership, clients and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the origination and execution of M&A transactions
• Lead and manage all aspects of the deal process including developing marketing/execution materials, developing financial projections, analyses and valuation work, as well as providing critical support and input on tactics and negotiations, as required
• Carefully coordinate and review the analytical work of junior bankers to move marketing and execution processes forward, and with maximum impact
• Coordinate internally across products, and with external parties on transactions as necessary
• Oversee diligence processes and identify/manage risks related to each deal

Requirements

• Experience working with senior level management
• Experience in originating, executing and structuring public and private M&A transactions
• Established experience providing quantitative and analytical support for M&A transactions with understanding of capital markets products (IPOs, equity follow-ons, investment grade and leveraged finance debt offerings)
• Experience supporting senior bankers across all stages of a transaction lifecycle, including pitching and bake off, preparing marketing materials and financial models and deal execution
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with specific ability to communicate concepts and ideas concisely and defend their validity
• Ability to present to internal constituents and external clients effectively and with confidence

Qualifications

• Currently a Vice President in the M&A department of a bulge bracket investment bank or boutique advisory firm
• Bachelor’s degree (advanced degree preferred)
• Series 79 and 63 licenses

Skills

• Experience working with senior level management
• Experience in originating, executing and structuring public and private M&A transactions
• Established experience providing quantitative and analytical support for M&A transactions with understanding of capital markets products (IPOs, equity follow-ons, investment grade and leveraged finance debt offerings)
• Experience supporting senior bankers across all stages of a transaction lifecycle, including pitching and bake off, preparing marketing materials and financial models and deal execution
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with specific ability to communicate concepts and ideas concisely and defend their validity
• Ability to present to internal constituents and external clients effectively and with confidence

Pay

The salary range for this position in New York City is $250,000 - $275,000. Actual salaries may be based on a number of factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s skill set, experience, education, work location and other qualifications.

Schedule

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.