M&A Consumer, Investment Banking Analyst (New York, US)

Alantra Partners SA•New York, NY

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About The Position

Alantra is seeking to hire an Investment Banking Analyst to help support its M&A and capital raising advisory business. The position will be located in New York or Boston, US. The ideal candidate will have at least 1-2 years of relevant experience with the ability to immediately and meaningfully impact the team, while also engaging thoughtfully with Alantra's training and onboarding practices. The Analyst will have the opportunity to consistently work directly with Alantra's U.S. Managing Directors and Partners. Analysts are given substantial responsibility and are highly productive in helping grow the business. The environment at Alantra is both collegial and entrepreneurial, and teamwork is essential to the firm's success. A focus on innovative new ideas across all levels of the team are welcomed and encouraged, and leaders provide various career development opportunities for long-term success. The ideal candidate should be motivated, creative, outgoing, and possess a strong background in finance and accounting. Why Alantra Alantra offers a unique experience for Analyst to advise both domestic and international clients and to work with global colleagues on cross-border transactions. Alantra is a meritocracy, and high performing Analysts will be presented with significant career growth opportunities across numerous sectors and offices.

Requirements

1 to 3 years of relevant experience in investment banking required
Bachelor's degree required. Focus in business, finance, accounting or similar preferred.
Strong knowledge of M&A and capital raising with the ability to apply skills creatively to a diverse set of clients' needs
Solid finance/accounting knowledge; ability to analyze and value businesses
Experience in reviewing analysts' work models, valuations, and training; mentoring and pitch presentations
Sound judgment, particularly in valuation matters; strong analytic skills, specifically DCF's and LBO's, and the ability to talk through previous deals comprehensively
Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills
Outstanding written and oral communication skills
Excellent analytical, creative, and strategic thinking skills
Team player mentality combined with the ability to work independently
Strong organization skills with ability to multi-task and prioritize deliverables
Advanced Microsoft Office suite skills; Expert in Excel and PowerPoint
FINRA Series 79/7 and 63 licenses are required, or to be obtained within the first six months of employment

Responsibilities

Develop and author pitch materials
Prepare client presentations and deal documents, including but not limited to teasers, confidential information memoranda, and management presentations
Conduct extensive financial and valuation analyses
Build advanced financial models that help establish suitable capital structures, financial covenants, and sensitivity to key variables
Produce comprehensive industry and company-specific research
Develop marketing strategies, conduct buyer outreach and target approach
Manage due diligence and provide transaction support
Support transaction negotiations
Participate in the recruitment, development, training, and mentoring of Analysts and junior resources

Benefits

Team-oriented and collaborative culture
Unique career development opportunities with focus on long-term growth and success
Global training programs
100% Healthcare coverage options, HRA and FSA options, dental, vision insurance
Fitness reimbursement
401k with match
Employee assistance program
Competitive salary and bonus plans
Competitive vacation and holiday plans
Pre-tax commuter benefits
Company events and international offsites
Team-wide community service initiatives
Access to global network