Strategy& Deals Strategy Private Equity Senior Associate - Summer/Fall 2027

The Strategy& Deals Strategy Private Equity Senior Associate role is pivotal in guiding clients through mergers, acquisitions, and partnerships, maximizing value and driving successful deal outcomes. You will leverage your skills to provide strategic advice, due diligence, and valuation services, helping clients make informed decisions and achieve sustainable growth in today’s dynamic market.

About the role

As a Senior Associate, you will focus on building meaningful client connections and developing a deeper understanding of the business context. You will navigate complex situations, anticipate client needs, and deliver quality solutions while mentoring junior team members, analyzing complex problems, and maintaining professional standards. This role involves embracing increased ambiguity as opportunities to grow your personal brand and deepen your technical skills.

You will be instrumental in developing and executing strategic initiatives for mergers and acquisitions, supporting clients across the full transaction lifecycle. Your ability to analyze complex concepts and interpret feedback will be crucial in delivering impactful solutions aligned with the firm’s methodologies and business strategies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive financial due diligence to support mergers and acquisitions
• Develop acquisition strategies and evaluate business plans to identify growth opportunities
• Perform competitive analysis and industry trend analysis to inform strategic decisions
• Build financial models to assess potential deal structures and financial outcomes
• Collaborate with corporate development teams to drive value creation initiatives
• Lead post-merger integration efforts to align systems, processes, and cultures
• Utilize scenario analysis to anticipate risks and optimize strategic planning
• Engage in strategic planning to enhance corporate development and deal execution
• Analyze financial statements to provide insights into financial health and performance
• Support clients in navigating complex deal strategies and maximizing transaction value

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or have completed a Master’s of Business Administration degree
• At least 3 years of experience
• This position is for job seekers in their final year of an MBA program at the time of application

Skills

• Leverage AI to create efficiencies, innovate ways of working, and deliver distinctive outcomes
• Utilize acquisition strategy planning to manage program risks
• Conduct comprehensive business plan evaluations for strategic alignment
• Perform competitive analysis to identify market opportunities
• Apply financial modeling to represent financial performance
• Engage in post-merger integration for seamless company transitions
• Develop strategic planning initiatives for organizational growth

Pay

The salary range for this position is $77,000 – $202,000. Actual compensation within the range will depend on skills, experience, qualifications, location, and applicable employment laws. All hired individuals are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Holiday pay
• Vacation time
• Personal and family sick leave
• Additional benefits (view benefits at a glance)