2027 Full-Time Analyst, Consumer M&A

Lincoln International • Los Angeles, CA

7h • Hybrid

About The Position

Lincoln International is seeking a full-time Analyst to join its Consumer M&A practice in Los Angeles. The position offers the opportunity to work on transactions from start to finish in a demanding but supportive, team-oriented environment. The Analyst serves as the deal team's analytical anchor, preparing and checking financial models and analysis, interpreting results, asking questions, and drawing conclusions. The role also involves preparing client presentations and marketing materials, supporting due diligence and firm marketing, researching industries and companies, identifying potential acquirers, and interacting with clients and attending meetings. The firm describes its culture as flexible and rewards initiative, with responsibilities scaled to ability, senior-level exposure, client interaction, and opportunities for advancement and international work.

Requirements

• Be assertive, self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Have strong writing, verbal communication, and computer skills, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Hold a bachelor's degree in finance and/or accounting, or have successfully completed significant coursework in these areas.
• Have a minimum GPA of 3.7.
• Meet one of the stated graduation and experience paths: be a Spring 2027 or Winter 2026 graduate with a prior M&A or Private Equity Summer Analyst internship in 2026, or be a Spring 2025 or 2026 graduate with TAS/FDD/Financial Services experience.
• Not require employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, complete, and ensure the accuracy of financial modeling and analysis.
• Interpret financial analysis results, pose questions, and draw conclusions.
• Prepare marketing materials for sell-side and buy-side advisory assignments.
• Identify potential acquirers.
• Conduct industry and company-specific research.
• Ensure the accuracy and quality of presentation materials.
• Support the due diligence process.
• Interact with clients regularly and attend client meetings.
• Support firm marketing activities related to an industry or engagement.

Benefits

• Eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package.
• The role is eligible for bonus pay.
• Opportunity to remain with Lincoln International and be promoted to Associate and beyond.
• Opportunity to contribute to the firm's global growth and work overseas.

What This Job Offers

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