M&A Analyst

The Estée Lauder Companies Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 63,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Wellness programs

Life insurance

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Education programs

Paid holidays

Job summary

The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. is seeking an M&A Analyst to support identification, evaluation, and execution of strategic acquisitions. The role blends rigorous financial analysis with compelling storytelling for senior leadership.

The analyst will participate across the end-to-end transaction lifecycle—from idea generation to execution support—in a fast-paced, deal-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Strong financial modeling and analytical capabilities, with the ability to build clear, defensible business cases.
• Attention to detail and ability to drive high-quality work products independently.
• Experience conducting consumer, market, and competitive research and translating findings into actionable insights.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with comfort engaging senior-level leaders and presenting complex analyses clearly.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment while managing multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate potential acquisition and investment opportunities aligned with strategy.
• Develop detailed financial models including business plan development, valuation analyses, scenario modeling, and return assessments.
• Prepare high-quality presentations and briefing materials for Executive Leadership Team and key stakeholders.
• Assist in due diligence processes, including data analysis and coordination with cross-functional partners.
• Track milestones and maintain organized workstreams across the transaction lifecycle.

Skills

Financial modeling

Analytical skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Market research

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Economics/Business/Marketing

Job description

The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. is one of the world’s leading manufacturers, marketers, and sellers of quality skin care, makeup, fragrance, and hair care products, and is a steward of luxury and prestige brands globally. The company’s products are sold in approximately 150 countries and territories under brand names including: Estée Lauder, Aramis, Clinique, Lab Series, Origins, MAC, La Mer, Bobbi Brown Cosmetics, Aveda, Jo Malone London, Bumble and bumble, Darphin Paris, TOM FORD, Smashbox, AERIN Beauty, Le Labo, Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle, GLAMGLOW, KILIAN PARIS, Too Faced, Dr.Jart+, the DECIEM family of brands, including The Ordinary and NIOD, and BALMAIN Beauty.

Description

The M&A Analyst will support the identification, evaluation, and execution of strategic acquisitions and investment opportunities. This role combines rigorous financial and strategic analysis with strong storytelling capabilities, helping translate complex concepts into clear, digestible information for senior leadership. The Analyst will play an integral role across the end-to-end transaction lifecycle—from idea generation through execution support.

This position is ideal for a highly analytical, intellectually curious professional who thrives in a fast-paced, deal-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities

Opportunity Sourcing & Market Intelligence

• Conduct proactive research to identify potential acquisition and investment opportunities aligned with corporate strategy
• Monitor industry trends, competitive activity, and emerging growth areas
• Maintain and update target pipelines and screening databases

Strategic & Financial Evaluation

• Initiate in-depth qualitative and quantitative analyses to assess potential opportunities
• Develop detailed financial models including business plan development, valuation analyses, scenario modeling, and return assessments
• Support the evaluation of strategic fit, competitive positioning, risk factors, and integration considerations

Executive Communication & Presentation Development

• Draft high-quality presentations and briefing materials for Executive Leadership Team and key stakeholders
• Synthesize complex analyses into clear, concise insights and recommendations
• Support preparation for Board-level discussions when applicable
• Clearly and confidently present analyses and strategic perspectives to key decision makers

Transaction Execution Support

• Assist in due diligence processes, including data analysis and coordination with cross-functional partners
• Support development of transaction materials, data rooms, and internal documentations
• Maintain exceptional organization across workstreams, ensuring materials, analyses, and communications are readily accessible
• Track key milestones and deliverables throughout the transaction lifecycle
• Provide ad-hoc analytical and operational support as needed during execution

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Marketing, or a related field desirable
• Strong financial modeling and analytical capabilities, with the ability to build clear, defensible business cases
• Attention to detail and ability to drive high-quality work products independently.
• Experience conducting consumer, market, and competitive research and translating findings into actionable insights
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with comfort engaging senior-level leaders and presenting complex analyses clearly
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment while managing multiple priorities
• Minimum of 1-3 years of experience, ideally in private equity, investment banking, or corporate strategy and/or exposure to consumer goods, retail, or branded products strongly preferred

Pay Range

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $63,300.00 to $92,250.00. Exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget. Salary range may vary based on geographic location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program with the possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage (medical, dental, and vision insurance)
• Wellness and family support programs
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement savings plans
• Paid leave programs
• Education-related programs
• Paid holidays and vacation time

Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is Company's policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. The Company will endeavor to provide a reasonable accommodation consistent with the law to otherwise qualified employees and prospective employees with a disability and to employees and prospective employees with needs related to their religious observance or practices. Should you wish to apply for this position or any other position with the Company and you believe you require assistance to complete an application or participate in an interview, please contact [e-mail].

Michigan Applicants

Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for employment must notify the company in writing of the need for an accommodation within 182 days after the date the person with a disability knew or reasonably should have known that an accommodation was needed.

Philadelphia Applicants

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Rhode Island Applicants

The company is subject to chapters 29-38 of title 28 of the general laws of Rhode Island and is therefore covered by the state's workers' compensation law.