Deal Strategy Associate
About The Position
Nasdaq is seeking a Deal Strategy Associate to analyze top pre-IPO companies and develop engagement strategies and documents for Nasdaq’s executive leaders and the Deal Strategy Team to leverage during the pitch process. This role will support prospect engagement across the Listings business and be responsible for on-site engagement with prospects via tours and bell viewings. The Deal Strategy Associate reports to the Head of Listings for the Western US and will collaborate with the broader Listings business teams across growth, strategy, marketing, and creative. This role is critical in supporting our IPO Directors as a key partner to turn their engagement strategies into insights and commercial ideas that showcase Nasdaq’s core offerings. The ideal candidate thrives in a multi-faceted role, demonstrates a passion for the capital markets, has an entrepreneurial spirit, strong written and verbal communication skills, and has an appreciation for client service, collaboration/teamwork, and event planning.
Requirements
- 3+ years working in a corporate environment (preferably banking, consulting, or financial communications)
- Bachelor's degree
- Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
- Strong multi-tasking skills: able to prioritize as multiple projects arise
- Extremely organized, detail oriented, and discreet (will have access to privileged, non-public information)
- Comfortable interacting with senior leaders and C-suite executives on a frequent basis
- Expertise in Microsoft Office, Canva, and Photoshop required
- Demonstrated proficiency writing in a relevant corporate capacity
Nice To Haves
- Salesforce, Monday.com, Pitchbook, and DealBook
- Managing SharePoint libraries
- Knowledge of the Financial and Capital Markets
Responsibilities
- Partner closely with Managing Directors and senior executives to drive client engagement initiatives and project management activities
- Manage multiple workstreams simultaneously, demonstrating exceptional organizational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to operate effectively both independently and within cross-functional teams
- Contribute to the development and execution of strategic business development initiatives that support growth objectives and strengthen client relationships
- Conduct in-depth industry, market, and competitive research to identify emerging trends, evaluate opportunities, and deliver actionable strategic insights to senior leadership
- Develop compelling, executive-level presentations, analyses, and communication materials for internal leadership, clients, and prospective issuers.
- Lead in client-facing settings by hosting listed companies and prospective clients at MarketSite, participating in industry conferences and webinars, and supporting business development and discovery meetings
Benefits
- 401(k) program with 6% employer match
- Employee Stock Purchase Program with 15% discount
- Student loan repayment program up to $10k
- Company paid life and disability plans
- Generous paid time off
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
- Health spending account with employer contribution
- Paid flex days to support mental wellbeing
- Gym membership discounts
- Paid parental leave
- Fertility benefits
- Paid bereavement leave
- Company gift matching program
- Employee resource groups
- Paid volunteer days
- Education Assistance Program
- Robust job skills training and Professional development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
