Mergers & Acquisitions Analyst

Huntington Bancshares, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntington Bancshares, Inc. is seeking a Mergers & Acquisitions Analyst to join their Corporate Development team in Columbus, Ohio. The role involves sourcing, analyzing, and executing M&A initiatives while providing valuable insights and gaining experience across various financial disciplines. Ideal candidates are recent graduates with a strong interest in financial services and are eager to develop their expertise within a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• 0 to 4 years of professional experience, preferably in financial services.
• Strong ability to balance multiple tasks while meeting deadlines.
• Passion for financial services and markets is essential.

Responsibilities

• Work with the deal team on M&A initiatives and impact modeling.
• Prepare analyses based on sell-side research and public disclosures.
• Participate in all aspects of the M&A process from assessment to close.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Finance, Accounting, or Economics

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Description

At Huntington, we are building the nation’s leading People First, Customer-Centered bank. As part of the Corporate Development team, you will sit at the heart of that journey as we source, analyze & and execute enterprise-wide M&A initiatives. As a Mergers & Acquisitions Analyst you will work with the deal team to identify potential opportunities, model the impact of proposed transactions, and support live diligence efforts as we continue to build upon Huntington’s best-in-class capabilities and scale. The team develops Huntington's M&A strategy by working closely with the board, executive leadership, segment partners and select external advisors.

• We are looking for highly motivated, early career candidates who are eager to learn via direct exposure to all aspects of the M&A process -- from the initial stages of assessing interest through deal announcement and legal close
• This position offers a unique opportunity for top-of-house visibility, and successful candidates will have the opportunity to work with senior professionals across the organization.
• As an early career candidate, you will gain valuable hands-on experience across several disciplines (finance, credit, HR, risk, etc.) as you build an executive-level understanding of bank performance
• As a Mergers & Acquisitions analyst, you will leverage sell-side research, regulatory & public disclosures, and alternative data sources in order to prepare detailed analyses and make appropriate recommendations to management
• Due to the unique nature of M&A assignments, there is no “day-to-day” routine that fully encapsulates the work done by the team. Successful candidates will thrive in this type of environment, where project-oriented activities can and will change in response to the broader macro environment

Basic Qualifications

• This position is a great fit for early career candidates with 0 to 4 years or more of professional experience; prior work experience in the financial services industry
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Finance, Accounting, or Economics

Additional Skills and Experience

Demonstrated experience balancing multiple tasks / projects with the ability to meet demanding deadlines. A combination of college coursework,internships, orother work experiencecan be included in this experience

• Strong presentation, interpersonal and written communication skills are required to succeed in this role
• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills with acute attention to detail
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint is preferred; experience building financial models is a plus
• Successful candidates should be able to demonstrate an active interest in financial services & markets

Exempt Status: (Yes= not eligible for overtime pay) (No= eligible for overtime pay)

Yes

Workplace Type:

Office

Our Approach to Office Workplace Type

Certain positions outside our branch network may be eligible for a flexible work arrangement. We’re combining the best of both worlds: in-office and work from home. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. Remote roles will also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for moments that matter. Specific work arrangements will be provided by the hiring team.

Huntington will not sponsor applicants for this position for immigration benefits, including but not limited to assisting with obtaining work permission for F-1 students, H-1B professionals, O-1 workers, TN workers, E-3 workers, among other immigration statuses. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Huntington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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