Activism & Governance Strategy Analyst

Evercore; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription, dental, and视on

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life and disability insurance

Well-being resources and programs

Family-building and family-support

Paid parental, caregiver, marriage and

Commuter benefits

Paid holidays, vacation, personal days

Job summary

Evercore is seeking an Analyst to bolster its Strategic, Defense, and Shareholder Advisory team in New York. You will craft client presentations on hostile activity, engagement, governance, and lead materials for live activations, market briefs, and marketing efforts.

Responsibilities include supporting proxy fights, raid defenses, and complex mandates while researching vulnerabilities and monitoring regulatory trends. Strong teamwork and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Third-year Analyst or junior Associate with investment banking experience preferred; MBA Class of 2026 candidates will also be considered.
• Relentless work ethic and high energy level
• An excellent, team-based attitude
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Calm under pressure with a demonstrated track record of successfully managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Intellectual curiosity and an interest in finance

Responsibilities

• Create materials related to shareholder activism, hostile activity, shareholder engagement and corporate governance for use in client presentations, internal meetings and marketing initiatives
• Support live engagements, including proxy fights and raid defense situations, contested M&A and special committee assignments
• Perform research and analysis to identify company’s potential vulnerabilities to activist shareholders or potential acquirors
• Monitor relevant trends and regulatory developments
• Collaborate closely with senior bankers and other internal teams on strategic mandates

Skills

Investment banking experience

Team-based attitude

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Intellectual curiosity

Education

MBA candidates considered

Tools

Excel

Job description

Evercore is seeking an Analyst to bolster its Strategic, Defense, and Shareholder Advisory team in New York. You will craft client presentations on hostile activity, engagement, governance, and lead materials for live activations, market briefs, and marketing efforts.

Responsibilities include supporting proxy fights, raid defenses, and complex mandates while researching vulnerabilities and monitoring regulatory trends. Strong teamwork and communication are essential.