Sell Side Mergers & Acquisitions Advisor

We are looking for an experienced M&A Advisor to join a boutique, technology-enabled advisory firm serving clients in Investment Banking in New York, New York. This Contract to permanent opportunity is ideal for someone who can guide lower middle market sell-side engagements from initial preparation through closing while providing clear, strategic advice to founder-led and privately held businesses. The role calls for strong financial acumen, confident client communication, and the ability to manage multiple workstreams across a range of industries.Responsibilities:• Lead sell-side transaction engagements from kickoff through closing, coordinating timelines, priorities, and key deliverables across each stage of the process.• Advise clients on transaction structures and core deal provisions, including working capital terms, earn-out arrangements, representations and warranties, and purchase price adjustments.• Perform detailed financial analysis to assess company performance, interpret transaction economics, and support decision-making throughout the deal lifecycle.• Build and review valuation models using relevant methodologies such as discounted cash flow analysis and other transaction-based approaches.• Organize and oversee due diligence activities, ensuring accurate information flow between clients, buyers, and external stakeholders.• Explain complex financial outcomes and deal mechanics in a clear, client-friendly manner to support negotiations and executive discussions.• Partner with internal and external parties to keep transactions moving efficiently while maintaining quality and responsiveness in a lean-team environment.• Contribute across a variety of sector engagements, applying sound M&A judgment without relying on a narrow industry focus.