2026 Investment Banking Senior Associate

GrowthPoint Technology Partners•San Francisco, CA

10d•$157,500 - $165,000

About The Position

This role is an excellent opportunity for an experienced investment banking professional with a strong track record of transaction execution, analytical rigor, and client engagement. The ideal candidate will have several years of investment banking experience, a strong interest in technology, and the ability to take a leadership role across deal execution while working closely with senior bankers, clients, and junior team members. Senior Associates at GrowthPoint play a key role in the execution and management of M&A, private placement, and strategic advisory engagements. They are responsible for driving financial analysis and transaction materials, coordinating due diligence and deal processes, managing Analysts and Associates, and serving as a day-to-day point of contact for clients. Senior Associates work closely with senior bankers on transaction strategy, business development, and client relationships. GrowthPoint fosters a collaborative, entrepreneurial, and high-impact environment where initiative, accountability, sound judgment, and teamwork are highly valued.

Requirements

Approximately 4 to 6 years of investment banking, corporate finance, transaction advisory, or highly relevant transaction experience, with prior investment banking experience strongly preferred
Demonstrated experience executing M&A, private placement, or other strategic advisory transactions
Strong financial modeling, valuation, accounting, and financial statement analysis skills
Proven ability to manage multiple transaction workstreams and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Experience managing and developing junior team members
Strong client presence with excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills
Demonstrated interest in and knowledge of technology, finance, and capital markets
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Excellent analytical, written, and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail with the ability to review and improve the work product of junior team members
Resourcefulness, sound judgment, intellectual curiosity, and a high level of personal accountability
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative, team-oriented environment
Strong work ethic and willingness to take ownership of transaction execution from initial analysis through closing

Nice To Haves

BA/BS degree from a top-tier university preferred

Responsibilities

Lead the day-to-day execution of M&A, private placement, valuation, and other strategic advisory engagements
Manage transaction processes, timelines, workstreams, and deliverables in coordination with senior bankers, clients, and external advisors
Develop and review financial models, valuation analyses, transaction analyses, and other quantitative work
Lead the preparation of pitch decks, confidential information presentations, management presentations, buyer and investor materials, and other client deliverables
Conduct and oversee industry, market sector, company, and transaction research
Coordinate and manage due diligence processes, including interaction with clients, counterparties, legal counsel, accountants, and other advisors
Serve as a primary day-to-day contact for clients throughout transaction execution
Provide guidance, mentorship, and oversight to Analysts and Associates, including reviewing work product and supporting professional development
Support senior bankers in developing transaction strategy, positioning, valuation, and negotiation materials
Contribute to business development initiatives, including identifying potential clients, transaction opportunities, buyers, investors, and strategic themes
Develop a strong understanding of client businesses, competitive landscapes, and relevant technology subsectors
Maintain a high standard of accuracy, responsiveness, judgment, and professionalism across all engagements