M&A Associate

Responsibilities Participate in the origination and end‑to‑end execution of M&A and Project Finance Advisory (PFA) deals. Develop detailed financial models to perform valuation exercises (DCF, FCFE, DDM, transaction multiple analysis, etc.), fairness opinions, and capital structure analyses (acquisition finance, maximum debt capacity, debt structure alternatives, etc.). Assist in the preparation of pitching materials and transaction documentation (including teaser, information memorandum, management presentation, process letter, internal presentations, and market debt sounding materials, among others). Coordinate due diligence efforts by liaising with internal and external advisors, managing data rooms, and facilitating information exchange. Interact with clients both during the origination and execution of M&A and PFA deals. Conduct comprehensive industry and market research to help originate new deals, identify potential targets, and understand industry trends. Responsible for drafting marketing materials (pitches) and deal materials (IMs, teasers, board presentations, capital structure presentations, etc.). Collaborate with other CIB teams to promote cross‑selling of products and ensure smooth deal execution. Actively participate in the training of analysts. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Law or Engineering (MBA valued but not required). Minimum of 3‑4 years of M&A experience in an investment bank or boutique. Strong financial modeling, valuation, communication and presentation (verbal and written) skills. Bilingual: English and Spanish required. Cultural skills: customer first, we think big and we are one team. Leadership skills: empowerment, entrepreneurship, commitment to responsibilities. Cross‑cutting skills: continuous learning, effective communication, data‑driven decision making, knowledge of giving and receiving feedback. Certification: SIE, Series 79, and Series 63 required or must be obtained within six months of employment. Benefits Competitive base salary ranging from $110,000 to $125,000 (subject to factors such as skills, training, experience, education, and certifications). Discretionary bonus eligibility. Generous employee benefits package. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. BBVA USA, BBVA Securities Inc., and BBVA S.A. New York Branch have a firm and unwavering policy to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, nationality, race, religion, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition, or other status or classification protected by federal, state or local law. This policy extends to all hiring, promotion, and compensation practices. #J-18808-Ljbffr