Investment Banking Associate

Job Description

Investment Banking Associate - Chicago

We are seeking a high‑performing Investment Banking Associate to join our Chicago office. The ideal candidate will have 3–6 years of investment banking experience and a strong track record of executing complex M&A and strategic advisory transactions.

Responsibilities

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• Execute sell‑side and buy‑side M&A transactions and other strategic advisory assignments
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• Build, review, and refine financial models and valuation analyses (e.g., DCF, comparable companies, precedent transactions)
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• Prepare client‑ready materials, including pitch decks, investment memoranda, and management presentations
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• Manage day‑to‑day transaction workstreams and coordinate with senior bankers, clients, and external advisors
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• Mentor and review work of analysts, ensuring quality, accuracy, and timeliness
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• Contribute to business development efforts and client relationship management
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Qualifications

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• 3–6 years of investment banking experience, ideally at a top‑tier or elite boutique firm
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• Extensive experience with M&A transaction execution
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• Exceptional financial modeling and valuation skills
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• Strong written and verbal communication skills; highly polished client presence
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• Detail‑oriented, commercially minded, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
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• Bachelor’s degree required
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Why Join

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• Exposure to lean deal teams with significant responsibility and client access
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• Opportunity to work on high‑impact, complex transactions
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• Performance‑driven culture with strong mentorship and career progression
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• Competitive compensation aligned with top‑tier boutique firms
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