Investment Banking Associate - Industrials

Selby Jennings; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Selby Jennings is seeking an Investment Banking Associate to join its Industrials team in Chicago. The role involves executing M&A, strategic advisory, and financing transactions with lean deal teams and high accountability.

The associate will work closely with senior bankers and client management, develop complex financial models, and contribute to deal pitches and client engagements in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 3+ years of investment banking experience or MBA preferred.
• Strong financial modeling and valuation skills.
• Prior M&A and sell-side advisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day project management and execution across M&A, advisory, and financing transactions.
• Develop and oversee complex financial models, valuation analyses, and corporate finance scenarios.
• Evaluate potential M&A and financing opportunities through company, industry, and market analysis.
• Perform valuation analysis using DCF, comparable companies, and precedent transactions.
• Conduct financial, operational, and commercial due diligence.
• Prepare transaction materials including pitch books, teasers, information memoranda, and management presentations.
• Analyze company financial statements, projections, and industry trends.
• Support deal pitches with idea generation and strategic analysis.
• Interact with senior bankers and clients to provide strategic and financial advice.

Skills

Financial modeling

Valuation

M&A advisory

Client management

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA

Tools

Excel

Job description

Investment Banking Associate | Industrials | Chicago

Position Summary

A leading investment bank is seeking an Investment Banking Associate to join its growing Industrials team in Chicago. The Associate will play an integral role in executing M&A, strategic advisory, and financing transactions while working closely with senior bankers and client management teams.

The position offers the opportunity to work in lean deal teams, providing significant responsibility throughout the transaction process and direct exposure to senior bankers and executives. The ideal candidate will have strong financial modeling and valuation skills, proven transaction experience, and the ability to succeed in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day project management and execution across M&A, advisory, and financing transactions
• Develop and oversee complex financial models, valuation analyses, and corporate finance scenarios
• Evaluate potential M&A and financing opportunities through company, industry, and market analysis
• Perform valuation analysis using methodologies including DCF, comparable companies, and precedent transactions
• Conduct financial, operational, and commercial due diligence
• Prepare transaction and marketing materials, including pitch books, teasers, information memoranda, and management presentations
• Analyze company financial statements, projections, business plans, and industry trends
• Help lead deal pitches, including idea generation and strategic analysis
• Work closely with senior bankers to provide strategic and financial advice to clients
• Develop relationships with clients through ongoing engagement and strong industry knowledgeMentor and oversee junior team members throughout transaction execution

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 3+ years of investment banking experience, or relevant MBA experience
• Strong experience in financial modeling and valuation
• Prior M&A and sell-side advisory experience preferred
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environment
• High level of maturity and ability to interact with senior executives and clients
• SIE, Series 79, and Series 63 licenses required or ability to obtain following employment