Mergers & Acquisitions Associate

Amynta Group•New York, NY

1d•$70,000 - $125,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Amynta Group is seeking an Associate to join our M&A team and play a key role in supporting the broader M&A team in its efforts to execute on the company’s acquisition objectives. The Associate will provide first-hand support to both the business unit leaders and executive management in the research and analysis of potential acquisition targets. As part of a lean team in a very flat corporate structure, the Associate will have exposure to and work closely with senior management, business unit leaders and functional heads across the entire organization. The ideal candidate for this position will be a self-starter with strong follow-up skills and a proactive approach to tasks and responsibilities. We value individuals who take initiative, demonstrate a high level of self-motivation, and are adept at consistently following through on deliverable. In this role, the Associate will play a crucial part in ensuring success by not only obtaining the requested data but also conducting a thorough and insightful review of the information to ensure that the data meets the requirements of the deal. The Amynta Group is an independent, customer-centered company, providing innovative insurance and protection solutions across a diverse range of customers and industries with more than $4.5 billion in managed premium and 2,200 associates across North America, Europe, and Australia. At Amynta, we are committed to recruiting, developing, promoting and retaining talented individuals of all backgrounds and life experiences in a safe and welcoming environment. Our teammates, customers, partners, owners, and the communities in which we live and operate benefit from us all nurturing a diverse and inclusive company. For less qualified applicants (0-3 yrs exp), this position may be filled at the Analyst level

Requirements

3+ years industry experience (Analyst level 0-3)
Prior investment banking, accounting, transaction services or consulting experience
Excellent interpersonal skills
Strong verbal and writing skills
Work effectively as an individual and as part of a team
Ability to effectively communicate and implement strategic initiatives for the firm
Open and flexible to changes in the organization and marketplace
Strong Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Willingness to travel
Bachelor's Degree
Strong attention to detail, is dependable and follows through
Ability to work under demanding time constraints and production goals
Ability to analyze data and present recommendations based on outcomes of analysis
High level of maturity to handle sensitive and confidential situations
Strong work ethic and excellent time management skills
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well with people throughout the organization
Willingness to maintain a professional appearance and provide a positive company image
Ability to perform under minimal supervision
Expert project planning skills, including the ability to organize, prioritize and control job responsibilities to meet deadlines in an environment with overlapping and potentially conflicting priorities

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of insurance/reinsurance/insurance services concepts preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

Develop detailed financial operating models, valuation analyses and pro-forma analyses for potential acquisition targets
Gather and synthesize financial and operating information for target industries and companies
Research and develop prospect lists for targeted business lines, geographies, or industries
Monitor industry M&A trends and best practices to ensure continuous improvement in efficiency and effectiveness of the business’s merger and acquisition activities
Develop marketing materials for use by the executive team and business unit leaders
Prepare presentations and other materials for both internal and external clients summarizing research findings, M&A analyses and competitive benchmarking results
Participate in prospect meetings, review metrics, and provide clear documentation of follow ups with prospective targets / internal stakeholders to ensure the completion of identified actions
Participate in the due diligence processes including coordinating with the legal, finance, tax, operations, IT, HR, and M&A integration departments to ensure seamless execution of merger and acquisition transactions
Assist in the preparation of, and provide input into, reports for management that summarize due diligence findings
Participate in the quality of earnings review of potential acquisition targets
Assist in the creation of investment committee materials and similar presentations for senior management to aid the decision-making process