Analyst, Mergers & Acquisitions

Ladd & Co.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ladd & Co. is recruiting an Analyst to support its M&A practice in New York. The role involves the full deal lifecycle, including financial modelling, preparation of information memorandums, valuation analysis, and due diligence coordination.

Analysts will work closely with senior practitioners on live mandates, gaining exposure to private-market M&A. This opportunity is ideal for individuals seeking a career-defining position in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years' experience in investment banking, principal investing, professional services, or a directly relevant field.
• Strong quantitative skills and fluency in financial analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to manage confidential information with discretion.
• Comfortable working across multiple jurisdictions and time zones.
• Right to work in the relevant jurisdiction.

Responsibilities

• Support the M&A practice across the full deal lifecycle.
• Conduct financial modelling, information memorandum preparation, and valuation analysis.
• Coordinate due diligence and provide close support on mandates.

Skills

Strong quantitative skills

Fluency in financial analysis

Confidential information management

Cross-jurisdictional work

Job description

The firm is recruiting an Analyst to support its M&A practice. The role covers the full deal lifecycle — financial modelling, information memorandum preparation, valuation analysis, due diligence coordination, and close support across buy-side and sell-side mandates.

The firm advises privately held businesses, founder-led enterprises, family offices, and portfolio companies on transactions across multiple sectors and jurisdictions. Analysts are embedded directly in live mandates and work alongside senior practitioners on transactions ranging from mid-market sales to complex cross-border combinations.

This is a career-defining role for a high-calibre individual seeking direct exposure to private-market M&A under senior supervision.

Requirements

• 1–3 years' experience in investment banking, principal investing, professional services, or a directly relevant field
• Strong quantitative skills and fluency in financial analysis
• Demonstrated ability to manage confidential information with discretion
• Comfortable working across multiple jurisdictions and time zones
• Right to work in the relevant jurisdiction