Investment Banking Media & Communications Senior Associate / Vice President – Los Angeles

Morgan Stanley•Los Angeles, CA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Our Los Angeles office is looking for an experienced Senior Associate or Vice President the Media & Communications team, working across a broad range of high-profile transactions including M&A, strategic advisory, and capital markets. The role offers direct exposure to senior clients and significant responsibility in execution, including financial analysis, valuation, client materials, and coordination across internal and external stakeholders. Candidates should have an entrepreneurial mindset, strong execution skills, excellent attention to detail, and a demonstrated interest in media, digital, and technology-driven sectors.

Requirements

4-6+ years of relevant experience within the investment banking industry, or an MBA with 3+ years of experience, with a proven track record working on complex executed deals across M&A and various industry sectors
Strong written and verbal communication, client and interpersonal skills
Commercial instinct and ability to perform under pressure and tight deadlines
Bachelor’s degree required
Series licensing or must obtain

Nice To Haves

Experience in the media, digital, or technology industry is strongly preferred
an MBA and/or CFA designation would be an asset

Responsibilities

Working across a broad range of high-profile transactions including M&A, strategic advisory, and capital markets.
Direct exposure to senior clients.
Significant responsibility in execution, including financial analysis, valuation, client materials, and coordination across internal and external stakeholders.