Associate, Industrials M&A

Lincoln International; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 175,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligible

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Lincoln International, a leading investment banking advisory firm, is seeking Associates to join its rapidly growing M&A practice in Los Angeles. Successful candidates will work closely with senior bankers and clients’ executives, gaining exposure to international transactions and hands-on deal execution from start to finish.

They will contribute to analysts’ development, engage in new business initiatives, and help drive growth in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of M&A experience required.
• Fluent in accounting and finance and strong business acumen.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Assertive, self‑motivated and desire to succeed in a fast-paced environment.
• MBA degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performing financial analyses and valuations
• Conducting industry research
• Identifying and contacting potential buyers or acquisition targets
• Preparing confidential information memoranda and management presentations
• Interacting with senior bankers and clients’ senior executives
• Participating in new business meetings
• Hosting visits by potential buyers at client facilities
• Supporting senior bankers during transaction negotiations; facilitating due diligence and transaction closings
• Leading or implementing initiatives focused on growing the firm’s franchise value

Skills

M&A experience

Accounting & finance fluency

Verbal & written communication

Assertive & self-motivated

MBA preferred

Education

MBA preferred

Job description

Lincoln International, Inc. (NYSE: LCLN) is a trusted investment banking advisor to business owners and senior executives of leading private equity firms and their portfolio companies and to public and privately held companies. Our services include mergers and acquisitions advisory, private funds and capital markets advisory, and valuations and fairness opinions. The global enterprise is comprised of a tightly integrated team of more than 1,400 professionals in more than 30 offices in 14 countries, offering an unobstructed perspective on the global private capital markets, backed by superb execution and a deep commitment to client success. With extensive industry knowledge and relationships, timely market intelligence and strategic insights, we forge deep, productive client relationships that endure for decades. Connect with us to learn more at www.lincolninternational.com.

At Lincoln International, we know that the success of our global organization is a direct outcome of the strength of our people. We encourage diversity of thought and create talent density by attracting, retaining and engaging high performers from all demographics, backgrounds and perspectives. We value diversity, equity and inclusion as a catalyst to foster innovation and creative problem solving, access the best candidates and adapt to a highly dynamic, competitive environment. We know that employing a diverse team and valuing the unique perspectives of our people allows us to better understand and serve the needs of our clients.

Lincoln International follows a hybrid work structure with an emphasis on in office collaboration. Our employees work in office Monday through Thursday each week in our Los Angeles office, with the option to work remotely or from the office on Fridays.

Duties & Responsibilities

Lincoln International is seeking Associates to join our rapidly growing M&A practice in Los Angeles. Successful candidates have strong cognitive and interpersonal abilities, want to develop their professional and personal skills, and are motivated by the prospect of building a leading M&A advisory firm. The Associate position at Lincoln International involves interacting closely with the firm’s senior bankers and clients’ senior executives. Our Associates are heavily involved in every aspect of an M&A transaction and ultimately, master the ability to execute a deal from start-to-finish. Given our global platform, Associates also receive a high level of exposure to international clients and buyers, thus further enhancing their experience. In addition, Associates are expected to contribute to Analysts’ development and support new business development efforts. Lincoln International continuously provides our Associates with opportunities beyond typical roles in order to accelerate professional development and maximize career trajectory.

Key responsibilities include:

• Performing financial analyses and valuations
• Conducting industry research
• Identifying and contacting potential buyers or acquisition targets
• Preparing confidential information memoranda and management presentations
• Interacting with senior bankers and clients’ senior executives
• Participating in new business meetings
• Hosting visits by potential buyers at client facilities
• Supporting senior bankers during transaction negotiationsFacilitating due diligence and transaction closings
• Leading or implementing initiatives focused on growing the firm’s franchise value

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of M&A experience required
• Fluent in accounting and finance and strong business acumen
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Assertive, self‑motivated and desire to succeed in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
• MBA degree preferred

Additional Information

Lincoln International is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status.

The salary range for this role is $175,000 to $225,000. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in the state of California. An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs.

This job is also eligible for bonus pay.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Lincoln International is a trade name for Lincoln International, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates, which include the following licensed entities: (i) Lincoln International LLC and MarshBerry Capital, LLC (United States), SEC‑registered broker‑dealers and a members of FINRA (www.finra.org) and SIPC (www.sipc.org) (investment banking services) and (ii) Lincoln International LLP (FRN 474606) and IMAS Corporate Finance LLP (FRN 553889) (United Kingdom), authorized and regulated by the U.K. Financial Conduct Authority. No entity affiliated with Lincoln International, LP provides banking or securities brokerage services, nor is any such affiliate subject to FINMA supervision in Switzerland or similar regulatory authorities regarding such activities in other jurisdictions. Retail clients are NOT the intended recipients of our communications or services and should not act upon this communication.

© 2026 Lincoln International LLC. All Rights Reserved.

110 North Wacker Drive | 51st Floor | Chicago | Illinois | 60606 | United States.