Investment Banking Associate - Consumer (Lifestyle Brands)

Responsibilities Organizing, reviewing, and analyzing due diligence processes and materials Developing valuation analyses and models (projections, LBO, DCF, public comparables, historical M&A transactions, etc.) Preparing comprehensive pitchbooks, information memoranda, management presentations and marketing materials Compiling prospective acquirer & investor lists and contacting acquirers & investors Performing key steps in the transaction execution process Supporting senior bankers in establishing relationships and maintaining direct contact with current and prospective clients Interacting with senior bankers to help build the firm (training, recruiting, mentoring, etc.) Qualifications Minimum of two years of sell‑side M&A advisory and investment banking experience with record of completed transactions from pitch to close Demonstrated interest in the consumer sector Outstanding academic credentials from a top‑tier school Demonstrated critical thinking, process‑oriented, and strong attention to details Excellent written and oral communication skills Highly proficient financial analysis and modeling skills Proactive, results‑oriented, can‑do attitude, team player Self‑starter willing to work in an entrepreneurial, demanding, and fast‑paced environment Significant level of maturity and ability to work collaboratively as part of a small team Proficiency with S&P Capital IQ, Pitchbook, Salesforce CRM, and online data room platforms SIE and Series 79 and 63 licenses are required Compensation & Benefits The typical base pay for this role is $170,000, depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, experience, and location. This role may also be eligible for certain discretionary performance‑based bonus and/or incentive compensation. The Total Rewards program provides a competitive benefits package, including comprehensive health and wellness benefits, retirement plans, educational assistance and training programs, income replacement for qualified employees with disabilities, paid maternity and parental bonding leave, and paid vacation, sick days, and holidays. Equal‑Opportunity Employment We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws (including the SanFrancisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the City of LosAngeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act) to the extent that an applicant is not subject to a statutory disqualification pursuant to Section3(a)(39) of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934 or Section8a(2) or8a(3) of the Commodity Exchange Act, and they do not conflict with the background screening requirements of the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) and the National Futures Association (NFA). #J-18808-Ljbffr MUFG Bank, Ltd.