Acquisition Identification Specialist

MCI Careers • Remote, FL

23h • $40,000 - $60,000

About The Position

MCI is seeking a motivated recent graduate or early-career professional to identify and evaluate potential acquisition targets aligned with the company's expansion goals. This entry-level role offers hands-on experience in mergers and acquisitions, market research, and strategic outreach, and may suit someone building a career in finance, business development, or corporate strategy. The specialist conducts research, engages potential targets, prepares reports and recommendations for the CEO and M&A team, maintains the target pipeline, and supports M&A initiatives in collaboration with cross-functional teams. Applicants must complete the company careers-page application, including screening questions and a brief pre-employment test.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• 0–2 years of experience in finance, business development, or M&A.
• Strong research and analytical capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Self-starter with keen attention to detail and a proactive mindset.
• Must be authorized to work in the country where the job is based.
• Must be willing to submit to a Level II background and/or security investigation with fingerprinting, where applicable.
• Must be willing to submit to drug screening, where applicable; screening does not apply in Canada.
• Must complete the company careers-page application, including all screening questions and a brief pre-employment test.

Nice To Haves

• Internship or part-time experience in finance, business development, or M&A.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth research to discover acquisition opportunities that support MCI’s strategic objectives.
• Initiate contact with potential acquisition targets by phone and email to gather insights and gauge interest.
• Prepare concise, data-driven summary reports with recommendations for the CEO and M&A team.
• Maintain and update a pipeline of potential targets with accurate and current information.
• Support ongoing M&A initiatives and work closely with cross-functional teams.
• Monitor market trends and competitive landscapes to identify emerging opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level