Associate - Mergers & Acquisitions - San Francisco

Ducera Partners - Experienced Hires • San Francisco, CA

3d • $200,000 - $250,000

About The Position

Ducera Partners is an independent investment banking and strategic advisory firm that advises clients on mergers and acquisitions, strategic advisory, restructuring and liability management, capital solutions, and risk solutions. Founded in 2015, the firm has advised on more than $925 billion in transactions and has offices in New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Stamford.

The Associate will support the development, structuring, and financing of a broad range of transactions. The role includes regular participation in internal and client meetings, negotiations, and due diligence sessions. Ducera’s advisory services include buy- and sell-side advisory, fairness opinions and special committee representation, merger and cross-border advisory, takeover defense and shareholder advisory, and divestitures, asset sales, and spin-offs.

The expected annualized base salary range is $200,000–$250,000. Actual base salary may vary based on factors including work location, job-related knowledge, and prior experience; total compensation may include additional components. Ducera Partners is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. Completing the Suited assessment is a mandatory part of the investment banking recruiting process.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent.
• Knowledge of and experience in sell-side mergers and acquisitions.
• Strong background in financial modeling, finance, and accounting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Outstanding project management skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Highly motivated and team-oriented, with an excellent leadership record.
• Complete a Suited profile as part of the candidate evaluation process.

Responsibilities

• Develop, structure, and finance a wide range of transactions.
• Produce financial analyses and models, including leveraged buyouts, discounted cash flows, mergers and acquisitions accretion and dilution, and multiple valuation.
• Prepare memoranda for internal and external use.
• Analyze financial data and research targeted industries.
• Assist with the execution and coordination of complex transactions and time-sensitive processes, including due diligence and valuation analysis.
• Draft client marketing and pitch materials.
• Participate in client-facing situations and negotiations.
• Provide mentorship and development to junior staff.
• Attend internal and client meetings, negotiations, and due diligence sessions.

What This Job Offers

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