Investment Banking Associate - Industrials M&A (New York, US)

Alantra; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive total compensation

Healthcare and benefits package

401k with company match, commuter and

Mobile reimbursement

Firmwide events and international offs

Job summary

Alantra is seeking an Investment Banking Associate to join its Industrials M&A advisory practice in New York City. The ideal candidate will bring 3–5 years of relevant investment banking or transaction advisory experience, with strong execution skills and the ability to take ownership of critical workstreams while supporting client relationships.

Associates at Alantra play a central role in managing deal processes and mentoring junior team members.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of investment banking or transaction advisory experience.
• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, economics, or related field.
• Advanced financial modeling and valuation skills; able to manage complex analyses.
• Strong client-facing skills with confident presentation.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills; multi-workstream capability.
• Team-oriented with ability to supervise and mentor junior professionals.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint proficiency.
• FINRA Series 79 and 63 licenses required (or willingness to obtain within 6 months).

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day transaction execution across buy-side, sell-side, and capital raising assignments.
• Lead preparation of financial models, valuations, pitch materials, and client presentations.
• Coordinate due diligence processes and act as a primary point of contact for clients and counterparties.
• Provide guidance, training, and oversight to Analysts and Interns, ensuring quality deliverables.
• Support business development efforts, including preparation of pitches and participation in client meetings.
• Collaborate with colleagues across Alantra’s global offices to deliver seamless cross-border advisory.

Skills

Investment banking experience

Financial analysis

Client-facing

Mentoring juniors

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/finance/economics

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

About Alantra

About AlantraAlantra is an independent global financial services firm that provides investment banking and asset management services to mid-market companies, families, and investors. The Group has over 500 professionals in Europe, the U.S., Latin America, Asia, and the Middle East.

In Financial Advisory, Alantra has completed over 1,000 transactions in the last five years. Alantra combines a strong local presence in key financial centers with global sector- and product-specialized teams.

In Alternative Asset Management, Alantra offers its clients unique access to a wide range of investment strategies in five highly specialized asset management classes (private equity, active funds, private debt, energy, and venture capital). As of 31 December 2024, assets under management from consolidated and strategic businesses stood at more than €16.5bn.

About the role

About the roleAlantra is seeking to hire an Investment Banking Associate to join its Industrials M&A advisory practice in New York City. The ideal candidate will bring 3–5 years of relevant investment banking or transaction advisory experience, with strong execution skills and the ability to take ownership of critical workstreams while supporting client relationships. Associates at Alantra play a central role in managing deal processes and mentoring junior team members. They work directly with Vice Presidents, Managing Directors, and Partners, contributing meaningfully to transaction execution and business development initiatives. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile, cross-border deals within a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day transaction execution across buy-side, sell-side, and capital raising assignments.
• Lead preparation of financial models, valuations, pitch materials, and client presentations.
• Coordinate due diligence processes and act as a primary point of contact for clients and counterparties.
• Provide guidance, training, and oversight to Analysts and Interns, ensuring quality deliverables.
• Support business development efforts, including preparation of pitches and participation in client meetings.
• Collaborate with colleagues across Alantra’s global offices to deliver seamless cross-border advisory.

Why Alantra

Alantra offers a unique platform for Associates to gain significant exposure to both domestic and international clients, with opportunities to contribute to complex, cross-border transactions. Team-oriented, collaborative culture. Career development opportunities within a meritocratic environment. Global deal exposure and networking opportunities across Alantra’s international footprint.

• Competitive total compensation
• Comprehensive healthcare and benefits package (medical, dental, vision, HSA/FSA options)
• 401k with company match, commuter benefits, and mobile reimbursement
• Firmwide events, community service initiatives, and international offsites

Qualifications / Requirements

• 3–5 years of investment banking, transaction advisory, or corporate development experience; Industrials sector experience preferred.
• Strong academic record; bachelor’s degree required (business, finance, economics, or related field).
• Advanced financial modeling and valuation skills; ability to manage complex analyses independently.
• Strong client-facing skills and ability to present with confidence.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple workstreams.
• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to supervise and mentor junior professionals.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• FINRA Series 79 and 63 licenses required (or willingness to obtain within 6 months).