Investment Banking Associate Tech M&A (global middle market)

Job Description

Job Description

Our Client, a global advisory firm, is seeking an Associate to join its Technology Investment Banking team in New York.

The role offers significant client interaction, transaction leadership, and exposure to a highly active middle-market technology platform with a strong presence across software, fintech, tech-enabled services, cybersecurity, and digital infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of M&A transactions, including sell-side, buy-side, recapitalization, and strategic advisory assignments.
• Manage all aspects of transaction processes, including due diligence, buyer outreach, process coordination, valuation analysis, and negotiation support.
• Oversee the preparation of client presentations, marketing materials, financial models, valuation analyses, and board materials.
• Serve as a primary day-to-day contact for clients, private equity investors, legal counsel, and other transaction stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain relationships with private equity firms, strategic acquirers, and technology executives.
• Mentor, train, and manage Analysts, ensuring high-quality execution and professional development.
• Contribute to the continued growth of the Technology practice through sector expertise, market intelligence, and thought leadership.

Preferred Sector Experience

The team is particularly interested in candidates with experience advising companies within:

• Software / SaaS
• FinTech
• Tech-Enabled Services
• Cybersecurity
• Data & Analytics
• Digital Infrastructure
• IT Services
• Internet & Digital Commerce
• Artificial Intelligence & Emerging Technologies

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of investment banking experience, including substantial M&A transaction execution experience.
• Prior experience within a Technology, TMT, Software, FinTech, or Tech-Enabled Services investment banking practice preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage multiple transaction workstreams simultaneously.
• Advanced financial modeling, valuation, and analytical capabilities.
• Strong understanding of software and recurring revenue business models.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and client management skills.
• Proven leadership experience managing and developing junior bankers.
• Bachelor's degree required.

What the Team Offers

• Opportunity to work alongside a nationally recognized Technology Investment Banking platform.
• Significant responsibility and direct exposure to senior clients and sponsors.
• Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture with a lean team structure.
• Consistent deal flow across sponsor-backed and founder-owned technology companies.
• Clear path towards VP and senior leadership advancement for top performers.