Analyst, Investment Banking – Services

Stout • Chicago, IL

1d • $110,000 - $135,000

About The Position

At Stout, we’re dedicated to exceeding expectations in all we do – we call it Relentless Excellence ®. Both our client service and culture are second to none, stemming from our firmwide embrace of our core values: Positive and Team-Oriented, Accountable, Committed, Relationship-Focused, Super-Responsive, and being Great communicators. Sound like a place you can grow and succeed? Read on to learn more about an exciting opportunity to join our team. Impact You’ll Make: Analysts in the Investment Banking group at Stout are actively involved in the day-to-day transaction execution of middle-market mergers and acquisitions, capital raises, and special situation mandates. Analysts play integral roles in deal teams and are critical to the successful execution of all live deals and prospective assignments. Stout is committed to providing Analysts with invaluable transaction experience across a number of product areas and industry subsectors with an emphasis on career development through a collaborative working environment. This role offers Analysts the opportunity to strengthen their technical skills, build client relationships, and gain valuable exposure to transaction processes while working alongside experienced professionals across the firm.

Requirements

• A minimum of 1 year of relevant experience in investment banking, private equity, or financial analysis
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and other Microsoft Office applications
• Exceptional academic credentials from a top-tier university
• Ability to think critically and demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong transaction process orientation and attention to detail
• Highly proficient financial analysis and modeling skills
• Self-starter with the ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced, and demanding environment
• Collaborative team player capable of working effectively within intimate deal teams

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with practice leaders and sector leaders within investment banking to secure and execute M&A transactions
• Coordinate and perform business due diligence on clients and prospective opportunities
• Conduct comprehensive valuation exercises for companies and business units
• Prepare and deliver high-quality presentation materials for internal and external stakeholders
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and prospects, staying in direct contact with buyers, lenders, and other key stakeholders
• Attend client meetings and actively contribute to discussions

Benefits

• comprehensive Total Rewards program with competitive compensation, benefits, and wellness options tailored to support employees at every stage of life
• foster a culture of inclusion and respect, embracing diverse perspectives and experiences to drive innovation and success
• invest in professional growth through ongoing training, mentorship, employee resource groups, and clear performance feedback, ensuring our employees are supported in achieving their career goals
• flexible work schedules and a discretionary time off policy to promote work-life balance and help employees lead fulfilling lives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees