Analyst, Mergers & Acquisitions

Socket.dev; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage (medical, dental,视

Paid time off

Life insurance & disability

401(k) plan with company matching

Job summary

Kroll’s Mergers & Acquisitions Team invites motivated students to join as new analysts. You will support senior management across transaction advisory, build financial models, and prepare presentations for buy/sell and restructuring assignments.

You will research markets, craft analyses, and help communicate proposals to clients, while collaborating with experienced professionals in a fast-paced environment. This internship offers hands-on learning and growth in deal execution.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or Management (with concentration in Accounting, Economics or Finance) from an accredited university
• Expected graduation date between December 2026 and July 2027
• Major GPA of 3.2
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple engagements in a team
• Strong quantitative, writing and communication skills
• Excellent knowledge of Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Ability to work with senior professionals in an engagement team
• Demonstrated leadership experience and integrity
• Commitment to outstanding results
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future
• FINRA Series 79, 63 & 7 certification (either current or able to obtain)

Responsibilities

• Support senior management teams and gain exposure to clients, board members and stakeholders
• Assist in financial modeling and analytics for M&A, restructuring and special situations
• Draft analyses, pitch materials, information memoranda and term sheets
• Conduct company, industry, market and competitor research and due diligence
• Contribute to development of proposals and client advice
• Ensure quality of client deliverables with attention to detail
• Maintain data room and coordinate management meetings with deal team and potential buyers/sellers

Skills

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Financial analysis

Client communication

FINRA licenses

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance/Accounting/Business Administration or Management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Join Kroll's Global Mergers & Acquisitions Team and gain hands-on experience in the dynamic field of Mergers & Acquisitions. We are seeking motivated and detail-oriented individuals to contribute as new joiners in our Mergers & Acquisitions Group.

Kroll's Mergers & Acquisition practiceadvises middle-market companies in sellside, buyside, and capital raising transactions. Kroll differentiates with deep industry expertise, longstanding experience working with family businesses, and superior deal execution.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support senior management teams, and get exposure to clients, board members and stakeholders throughout all phases of transaction advisory and execution, in both healthy and distressed situations
• Support in financial modeling and analytics for M&A, restructuring & special situations deal teams
• Draft situation analyses, pitch materials, information memoranda, management presentations and term sheets in support of M&A assignments
• Perform company, industry, market and competitor research and due diligence
• Contribute to the development and communication of proposals and advice to current and prospective clients
• Ensure quality of client deliverables by having strong attention to detail
• Maintain open lines of communication between deal team and potential M&A buyers/sellers, including maintaining the data room and coordinating management meetings

ESSENTIAL TRAITS:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or Management (with a concentration in Accounting, Economics or Finance), Economics or other degree (with a minimum of four Junior and/or Senior level courses in Accounting, Economics or Finance) from an accredited university or college
• Expected graduation date between December 2026 and July 2027
• Major GPA of 3.2
• Ability to prioritize tasks, work on multiple engagements and manage rapidly changing assignments in a team environment
• A critical, detail-oriented thinker who can quickly evaluate and analyze companies and financial information and master new tasks quickly
• Excellent quantitative, writing and communication skills
• Strong working knowledge of Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Ability to work effectively with senior professionals in an engagement team
• Demonstrated leadership experience and strong personal integrity
• Commitment to obtaining outstanding results
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future
• FINRA Series 79, 63 & 7 certification (either current or able to obtain)

• Healthcare Coverage: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Time Off and Leave Policies: Generous paid time off (PTO), paid company holidays, generous parental and family leave.
• Protective Insurances: Life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, and accident protection.
• Compensation and Rewards: Competitive salary structures, performance-based incentives, and merit-based compensation reviews.
• Retirement Plans: 401(k) plans with company matching.

About Kroll

Join the global leader in risk and financial advisory solutions—Kroll. With a nearly century-long legacy, we blend trusted expertise with cutting-edge technology to navigate and redefine industry complexities. As a part of One Team, One Kroll, you'll contribute to a collaborative and empowering environment, propelling your career to new heights. Ready to build, protect, restore and maximize our clients’ value? Your journey begins with Kroll.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants regardless of gender, gender identity, race, religion, color, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, age or disability.

Salary range for this role is $90,000 - $110,000 USD