Investment Banking - Mergers & Acquisitions - Associate

Aumni; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health care coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Mental health support

Financial coaching

Job summary

TwinThread is seeking an experienced Associate in M&A to play a key role in business strategy and execution. This position involves participating in full transaction cycles, preparing financial analyses, and presenting to clients. The ideal candidate will bring 3 years of investment banking or consulting experience and possess strong financial modelling and communication skills. A competitive rewards package is offered, including health care coverage and tuition reimbursement. Join a diverse workforce committed to inclusion.

Qualifications

• 3 years prior work experience in investment banking front office or top tier consulting firm.
• Ability to interact with senior professionals and clients effectively.
• Strong understanding of transaction cycles and processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop content for strategic client meetings on M&A transactions.
• Interact daily with senior team members to execute transactions.
• Guide and review financial analyses in M&A contexts.
• Provide mentorship to Associates and Analysts.
• Participate in graduate recruiting activities.

Skills

Financial modelling skills

Impeccable communication

Execution oriented

Self-directed and motivated

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

As an Associate in M&A you will be a key player in our business strategy and execution. You will participate in the full cycle of transactional execution including preparing marketing pitches, reviewing and formulating financial analysis, preparing and presenting internal committee memoranda and client presentations. You will play a leadership role in implementing the execution function including working with analysts and associates, as well as assisting more senior bankers. You will develop strong function skills in the major areas of investment banking and will demonstrate the ability to become a senior officer who is capable of generating and executing their own transactions. Working with a broader team of over 100 Analysts and Associates in the region, you will be provided opportunities to be involved real‑time in transactions that may include frequent travel.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop content for strategic meetings with clients regarding M&A transactions
• Interact with senior team members and client management teams on a daily basis to execute transactions and discuss strategic alternatives
• Define, guide and review detailed valuation analysis, including DCF, trading comparables, transaction comparables and LBO analyses
• Define, guide and review detailed combination and other financial analyses in the context of M&A transactions or pitch situations
• Provide leadership, mentorship and supervision to Associates and Analysts
• Participate in graduate recruiting

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• 3 years prior work experience:
  • in an investment banking front office role
  • in a relevant role at a top tier consulting firm (financial, commercial, or operational due diligence)
• Bachelor's degree
• Strong financial modelling skills
• Understands transaction cycle and the steps in the process and is execution oriented
• Impeccable communication details with the ability to effectively interact with senior professionals, clients and key stakeholders in other line of business.
• Self‑directed, highly motivated, and able to work independently

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans.

J.P. Morgan’s Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world. We are seeking an experienced Associate to join our industry‑leading M&A team.