Investment Banking Associate

A leading middle-market investment bank is seeking an Investment Banking Associate to join its growing team. The firm advises founder-owned and privately held businesses on mergers & acquisitions, capital raises, and strategic advisory assignments across Healthcare, Technology, Industrials, Consumer, and Business Services.

This is an opportunity to work on high-impact transactions in a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment with significant exposure to senior bankers, clients, and live deal execution. Associates play a critical role throughout the transaction process and are given substantial responsibility from day one.

Responsibilities

• Execute sell-side M&A, buy-side M&A, and capital raising transactions
• Develop financial models, valuation analyses, and marketing materials
• Conduct industry and company research
• Manage due diligence processes and client deliverables
• Coordinate with clients, buyers, investors, legal counsel, and other advisors
• Mentor analysts and support junior team development
• Participate in client meetings and business development initiatives

Qualifications

• 3+ years of investment banking experience
• Strong financial modeling and valuation skills
• Experience executing M&A transactions from start to finish
• Excellent communication and client-facing abilities
• Demonstrated attention to detail and project management skills
• Bachelor's degree with a strong academic record

Why Join

• Strong deal flow and active transaction environment
• Direct exposure to senior leadership and clients
• Meaningful responsibility and accelerated career development
• Collaborative culture with a mentorship-oriented team
• Opportunity to work across multiple high-growth industry sectors

Locations: Los Angeles, CA or Austin, TX