Strategic Deal Lead
Career Launch AI Talent Network
Location: New York, NY (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Investment Banking / Financial Services
Experience Level: Analyst / Early Career
Compensation: Competitive base salary + performance bonus (varies by employer)
This posting represents the type of Strategic Deal Lead roles featured within the Career Launch AI Private Job Board. It is not a direct job opening with a specific employer.
Members of the Career Launch AI platform gain access to exclusive finance, consulting, and technology opportunities that may not appear on public job boards. This description reflects a typical early-career role focused on leading deal execution, structuring transactions, and driving strategic client initiatives.
More information is available at careerlaunch.ai.
A leading investment bank, private equity firm, or corporate finance advisory may seek a Strategic Deal Lead to manage end-to-end transaction processes, coordinate cross-functional teams, and ensure strategic execution of deals. This role is ideal for candidates interested in deal strategy, client engagement, and transaction leadership.
Lead the execution of mergers, acquisitions, capital raises, and strategic transactions from inception to closing
Collaborate with senior deal teams to structure and negotiate complex transactions
Develop financial models, valuation analyses, and scenario planning to support deal decisions
Prepare pitch decks, investment memoranda, and client-facing presentations that articulate strategic rationale
Manage due diligence processes, coordinate data rooms, and support transaction documentation
Build and maintain relationships with clients, investors, and counterparties to advance deal objectives
Drive workflow efficiency across deal teams and ensure timely delivery of client deliverables
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business, or a related discipline
Strong skills in financial modeling, valuation, and transaction analysis
Excellent analytical, quantitative, and communication abilities
Ability to manage multiple transactions and workstreams in a fast-paced environment
High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Prior internship or full-time experience in investment banking, private equity, corporate finance, or consulting is beneficial
Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and common financial research tools
This Strategic Deal Lead description reflects the types of opportunities available exclusively to Career Launch AI members, including:
Roles shared directly with Career Launch AI by employers
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Interview coaching and preparation
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This posting is an example of the types of positions members may pursue through the platform.
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| Location | New York, NY |
| Salary | $100,000–$150,000 |