Job Description
Firm Type: Global Investment Bank
Title: Associate
Department: Investment Banking
Location: Nashville, TN
Group: Sustainability (Power, Energy, Renewables, Solar Green Building)
Firm Summary:
The firm is a global, full-service investment bank providing advisory, capital markets, and financial solutions to growth-oriented and middle-market companies. With over 3,000 employees across major financial centers and headquarters in New York, NY the firm delivers strategic advisory, M&A execution, capital raising, and sponsor-related transaction expertise through an integrated platform.
Associate must have 2 years of experience as an Analyst in Investment Banking. (Relocation Package included to move to Nashville)
Associate, Summary:
The M&A Associate plays a key role in executing mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and capital-raising transactions. Associates work closely with Vice Presidents, Directors, and Managing Directors to manage deal processes, conduct financial analysis, and develop client presentations.
Provide banking support to both the Sustainability/Energy and Healthcare IB teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deal Execution: Manage end-to-end execution of M&A transactions, including financial due diligence, valuation, and structuring.
- Financial Modeling & Analysis: Build detailed models (DCF, LBO, merger models, comparable company analysis) and perform scenario analyses to support decision-making.
- Client Interaction: Participate in client meetings, calls, and negotiations; present analyses and recommendations under senior banker supervision.
- Preparation of Materials: Lead preparation of pitchbooks, management presentations, information memoranda, and board materials.
- Due Diligence Coordination: Liaise with legal, accounting, and industry advisors to gather information and ensure smooth deal flow.
- Market & Industry Research: Conduct in-depth research to identify trends, competitive landscape, and strategic opportunities.
- Mentorship & Training: Supervise Analysts, providing guidance on modeling, research, and presentation preparation.
Skills & Competencies:
- Strong financial modeling and valuation skills
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Analytical thinking, attention to detail, and problem-solving ability
- Ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines
- Client-facing professionalism and teamwork