Buy-Side M&A Analyst

Are you ready to accelerate your career in mergers and acquisitions with a fast-paced, growth-oriented investment bank? At Copper Run , we’re adding a full-time Buy-Side M&A Analyst at our Columbus headquarters to join a dedicated deal team in support of the execution of buy-side engagements across a wide range of industries. You'll work alongside seasoned dealmakers, clients, and company leadership to help deliver outstanding outcomes in the middle market.

This is more than just a back-office or technical role—it's a front-row seat to the deal process, from sourcing through close.

What We’re Looking For

We want someone who’s:

• Driven to make an impact
• Organized and thrives on juggling multiple priorities
• Curious about businesses and transactions
• Comfortable communicating with CEOs, private equity firms, interns and everyone in between

If you’re someone who takes initiative, works well under pressure, and loves the thrill of chasing a deal, you’ll fit right in.

What You’ll Do

You’ll play a key role in supporting your deal team across all phases of the M&A lifecycle:

• Conduct market and industry research to support M&A strategy and explore potential acquisition targets
• Research and evaluate acquisition targets that fit within the scope of the client’s acquisition strategy
• Conduct direct outreach including calls, emails, and mail to generate deal conversations with executives and senior leadership
• Input, maintain, and update target and prospect data within the CRM system to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Develop compelling marketing materials (letters, teasers, pitch decks etc.)
• Participate in introductory conversations with business owners and clients, capturing key details, needs, and goals
• Initiate, manage, and organize financial and organizational diligence items
• Analyze and interpret financial statements
• Respond to client and target inquiries with professionalism and urgency
• Assist in training and guiding Interns

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary based on experience
• Lucrative incentive bonus potential
• Comprehensive benefits package , including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), disability, and life insurance
• Flexible Time Off (FTO) to recharge when you need it
• Daily lunch provided (yes, every day)
• Casual-but-professional atmosphere where hard work and personality both matter
• Ongoing training and hands-on deal experience from day one

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or related field
• 1–3 years of M&A, consulting, public accounting, or finance experience
• Strong communication skills, including comfort with outbound calls
• High attention to detail and organizational ability
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word (plus an eagerness to master new tools)
• Ability to prioritize, multitask, and work well under deadlines
• Strong team player mentality—collaborative and positive
• Must be able to work without sponsorship. We cannot accept those with OPT status as sponsorship is required after the three-year period.

Ready to roll up your sleeves and help clients achieve extraordinary outcomes?
Apply today and take the next big step in your M&A career at Copper Run.

EEO STATEMENT (Equal Employment Opportunity)
Copper Run is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome all applicants and evaluate each on the basis of job qualification. We do not consider race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, status as a covered veteran, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. This policy shall apply to all phases of the employment relationship including hiring, upgrading, promoting, disciplining, transferring, reducing in force, terminating, and compensating personnel. Furthermore, CR will provide reasonable accommodation.