Analyst

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett; New York (NY); On-site; USD 160,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett seeks an Analyst in its M&A group to support partners on shareholder activism, corporate governance, and contested transactions. You will prepare materials, perform analyses, and advise on investment and market considerations.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree, 1-2 years of relevant experience, and Bloomberg proficiency. You will collaborate with partners and managers to develop insights and maintain rigorous client deliverables in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Preferred: Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field.
• At least 1–2 years of experience.
• Strong analytical, research, writing, and presentation skills.
• Experience in investment banking, shareholder advisory, governance, legal, consulting, or related fields preferred.
• Proficiency with Bloomberg.

Responsibilities

• Create, maintain and review complex materials and analyses relating to shareholder activism, corporate governance and trading activity.
• Provide strategic input to issuers on contested M&A situations, capital market considerations and investor relations.
• Prepare corporate clients for potential activist shareholder engagement through corporate preparedness assignments.
• Develop proprietary knowledge and insights into trading activity and capital markets monitoring for clients.
• Monitor and stay abreast of relevant trends and regulatory developments.
• Work closely with the group partners to establish ongoing processes and procedures.

Skills

Analytical skills

Research skills

Written communication

Presentation skills

Governance knowledge

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Finance or related field

Tools

Bloomberg

Job description

The Analyst will report into the Director of Practice Management for the M&A group and work under the direction of partners in the Shareholder Engagement and Activism Defense practice. The Analyst will help support partners in advising public company boards and management teams on shareholder activism, proxy contests, shareholder engagement, corporate governance matters, contested M&A situations, and other special situations.

Responsibilities

• Create, maintain and review complex materials and analyses relating to shareholder activism, corporate governance and trading activity
• Provide strategic input to issuers on contested M&A situations, capital market considerations and investor relations
• Prepare corporate clients for potential activist shareholder engagement through corporate preparedness assignments
• Develop proprietary knowledge and insights into trading activity and capital markets monitoring for clients
• Monitor and stay abreast of relevant trends and regulatory developments
• Work closely with the group partners to establish ongoing processes and procedures

Education

Required

• Bachelor’s Degree Required

Preferred

• A degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field preferred

Experience

Required

• At least 1-2 years of previous experience
• Strong interest in shareholder activism, corporate governance, M&A, and public company advisory work.
• Excellent analytical, research, writing, and presentation skills.
• Ability to synthesize complex legal, financial, and governance issues into concise, actionable recommendations.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple time-sensitive projects.
• Experience in investment banking, shareholder advisory, corporate governance, legal, consulting, or related fields preferred.
• Proficiency with Bloomberg

Salary Information

NY Only: The estimated base salary range for this position is $160,000 to $190,000 at the time of posting.

The actual salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. This role is exempt meaning it is not overtime pay eligible.

Simpson Thacher will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

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