M&A Analyst
About The Position
The M&A Analyst will support the identification, evaluation, and execution of strategic acquisitions and investment opportunities. The role combines financial and strategic analysis with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly to senior leadership, contributing throughout the transaction lifecycle from idea generation through execution support. It is suited to an analytical, intellectually curious professional who thrives in a fast-paced, deal-oriented environment. The Analyst researches and evaluates opportunities, develops financial models and business cases, prepares executive communications, and supports due diligence and transaction execution. The role also coordinates materials, workstreams, milestones, and deliverables, and provides additional analytical and operational support as needed.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Marketing, or a related field is desirable.
- Strong financial modeling and analytical capabilities, including the ability to build clear, defensible business cases.
- Attention to detail and ability to independently produce high-quality work.
- Experience conducting consumer, market, and competitive research and translating findings into actionable insights.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; comfort engaging senior-level leaders and clearly presenting complex analyses.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment while managing multiple priorities.
- Minimum of 1–3 years of experience.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in private equity, management consulting, investment banking, or corporate strategy is ideal.
- Exposure to consumer goods, retail, or branded products is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Conduct proactive research to identify potential acquisitions and investments aligned with corporate strategy.
- Monitor industry trends, competitive activity, and emerging growth areas; maintain target pipelines and screening databases.
- Perform qualitative and quantitative analyses of potential opportunities.
- Develop financial models, including business plans, valuation analyses, scenario models, and return assessments.
- Assess strategic fit, competitive positioning, risks, and integration considerations.
- Draft presentations and briefing materials for the Executive Leadership Team and other key stakeholders; support Board-level discussions when applicable.
- Synthesize analyses into concise insights and recommendations, and present strategic perspectives to decision makers.
- Assist with due diligence, including data analysis and coordination with cross-functional partners.
- Support transaction materials, data rooms, and internal documentation.
- Organize workstreams and ensure materials, analyses, and communications are accessible; track transaction milestones and deliverables.
- Provide ad-hoc analytical and operational support during transaction execution.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Wellness and family support programs
- Life and disability insurance
- Retirement savings plans
- Paid leave programs
- Education-related programs
- Paid holidays and vacation time
- Eligible employees may receive benefits that are subsidized or fully paid by the company.
- Participation in a competitive bonus program, with potential for overachievement based on performance and company results.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
