Investment Banking Analyst

BALMORAL ADVISORS; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Balmoral Advisors in Chicago seeks an Analyst to work directly with senior bankers on live transactions in a lean, apprenticeship-style environment. You will contribute across deal execution and business development, gaining hands-on experience from day one.

The role is based in Chicago with the option to work from home locally up to two days per week, and start date on or before early January, 2027.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with a strong academic record and demonstrated leadership.
• Strong foundation in finance and accounting.
• Demonstrated financial modeling and valuation experience, with advanced Excel and PowerPoint proficiency.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong attention to detail.
• Familiarity with AI-enabled research and productivity tools preferred.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding environment and work extended hours when required.
• FINRA Series 79 registration preferred; otherwise, ability to obtain required securities licenses promptly after joining.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Balmoral Advisors is unable to provide employment-based immigration sponsorship for this position now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Build financial models, valuation analyses, and transaction-related analyses.
• Prepare client presentations, pitch materials, and confidential deal marketing materials.
• Analyze company financials, operating performance, and industry dynamics.
• Conduct industry and company research; synthesize findings into clear insights.
• Develop lists of potential buyers, investors, and acquisition targets.
• Support senior bankers in day-to-day transaction execution and business development.
• Domestic travel approximately 7-8 times per year or as needed.

Skills

Financial modeling

Valuation

Finance fundamentals

Strong communication

Leadership

Attention to detail

AI-enabled research tools

Willingness to work long hours

FINRA Series 79 (preferred)

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Balmoral Advisors is an independent, sector-focused investment bank advising middle-market companies on mergers & acquisitions, corporate finance, and financial restructurings. The firm specializes in manufacturing and distribution, with particular focus on building products, chemicals & materials, industrials, and plastics & packaging. Our U.S. presence is complemented by membership in Pandion Partners, a global association of investment banks.

Analysts at Balmoral work directly with senior bankers on live transactions in a lean, apprenticeship-style environment, gaining hands-on experience and meaningful responsibility from day one.

Role Overview

This role is designed for highly motivated early-career professionals seeking rigorous training and real transaction exposure in middle-market investment banking. Analysts are integral members of deal teams and contribute across transaction execution and business development.

The position is based in our Chicago office, with the option to work from home locally up to two days per week.

The position would start on or before early January, 2027.

Responsibilities

• Build financial models, valuation analyses, and transaction-related analyses.
• Prepare client presentations, pitch materials, and confidential deal marketing materials.
• Analyze company financials, operating performance, and industry dynamics.
• Conduct industry and company research; synthesize findings into clear insights.
• Develop lists of potential buyers, investors, and acquisition targets.
• Support senior bankers in day-to-day transaction execution and business development.
• Domestic travel approximately 7-8 times per year or as needed.

DesiredQualifications

• Bachelor's degree with a strong academic record and demonstrated leadership.
• Strong foundation in finance and accounting.
• Demonstrated financial modeling and valuation experience, with advanced Excel and PowerPoint proficiency.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong attention to detail.
• Familiarity with AI-enabled research and productivity tools preferred.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding environment and work extended hours when required.
• FINRA Series 79 registration preferred; otherwise, ability to obtain required securities licenses promptly after joining.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Balmoral Advisors is unable to provide employment-based immigration sponsorship for this position now or in the future.