Food & Beverage Investment Banking Associate

Selby Jennings; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 275,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment bank in Chicago seeks an experienced Investment Banking Associate with a strong track record in M&A transactions specifically within the food and beverage sector. This role involves executing high-impact deals, mentoring junior staff, and contributing to a collaborative culture. Candidates should possess relevant experience, analytical rigor, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of investment banking experience.
• Interest in the food and beverage industry.
• Strong academic credentials.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support M&A transaction execution.
• Conduct industry research focused on food and beverage.
• Prepare transaction-related documents.

Skills

Financial modeling

Valuation methodologies

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Food & Beverage Investment Banking Associate

Food & Beverage Investment Banking Associate

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Base pay range

$275,000.00/yr - $300,000.00/yr

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Recruitment Consultant- Investment Banking & Restructuring

Investment Banking Associate - Food & Beverage
Location: Chicago, IL

A top-tier middle-market investment bank based in Chicago is seeking an experienced Investment Banking Associate with a strong track record in M&A transactions, specifically within the food and beverage industry. This role is ideal for candidates with prior investment banking experience who are looking to deepen their sector expertise and contribute to high-impact deal execution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support all aspects of M&A transaction execution, including financial modeling, valuation, due diligence, and preparation of marketing and client materials.
• Conduct in-depth industry and company research with a focus on the food and beverage sector.
• Prepare and review confidential information memoranda, management presentations, and other transaction-related documents.
• Participate in client meetings, negotiations, and strategic discussions alongside senior bankers.
• Mentor and guide junior team members, contributing to a collaborative and high-performance culture.

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of prior investment banking experience at a recognized firm, with direct involvement in M&A transactions.
• Demonstrated exposure to or interest in the food and beverage industry.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related discipline with strong academic credentials.
• Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, valuation methodologies, and Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance

• Industries

  Consumer Services

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