Mergers and Acquisitions Analyst

CSG; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

CSG is seeking an M&A Analyst to support corporate development and transaction activity across North America from our Arlington, VA office.

You will evaluate acquisition opportunities, conduct market research, build financial models, prepare presentations for senior leadership, and help manage the transaction lifecycle with internal teams and external advisors.

This role offers exposure to leadership and the chance to work on complex deals within a growing global defense organization.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of relevant experience in corporate development, investment banking, private equity, or related fields.
• Strong financial modeling, valuation, research, and analytical skills.
• Experience evaluating companies, transactions, or investment opportunities.
• Strong written communication and presentation skills for senior executives.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate across functions and geographies.
• Authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.
• Experience in aerospace, defense, government contracting, manufacturing, or regulated industries is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate acquisition opportunities through company and industry research, financial analysis, valuation, and financial modeling.
• Support transaction execution, including screening, due diligence, process management, and coordination with internal stakeholders and external advisors.
• Prepare investment analyses, presentations, and recommendations for senior leadership.
• Conduct market and industry research to support transaction evaluation and strategic decision making.
• Support M&A pipeline management, reporting, transaction tracking, and process improvement initiatives.

Skills

Financial modeling

Valuation

Due diligence

Analytical thinking

Presentations

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

Location: Arlington, VA (Washington, DC metropolitan area)

The Opportunity

CSG is hiring an M&A Analyst to support corporate development and transaction activity across North America.

Working closely with senior leadership and CSG's international M&A team, you will help evaluate acquisition opportunities and support transactions from initial assessment through diligence and execution.

This role offers significant exposure to senior leadership and the opportunity to work on complex transactions within a growing international defense organization.

What You'll Do

• Evaluate acquisition opportunities through company and industry research, financial analysis, valuation, and financial modeling.
• Support transaction execution, including screening, due diligence, process management, and coordination with internal stakeholders and external advisors.
• Prepare investment analyses, presentations, and recommendations for senior leadership.
• Conduct market and industry research to support transaction evaluation and strategic decision making.
• Support M&A pipeline management, reporting, transaction tracking, and process improvement initiatives.

What You'll Bring

• 1-3 years of experience in corporate development, investment banking, private equity, transaction advisory, or a related field.
• Strong financial modeling, valuation, research, and analytical skills.
• Experience evaluating companies, transactions, or investment opportunities.
• Strong written communication and presentation skills, including experience preparing materials for senior executives.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and collaborate effectively across functions and geographies.
• Experience in aerospace, defense, government contracting, manufacturing, or another regulated industry is preferred. Experience supporting transaction diligence, government-related market research, or cross-border transactions is a plus.
• Authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship

What You Can Expect

• Direct exposure to senior leadership across North America and Europe.
• Hands-on involvement across the full transaction lifecycle, from opportunity assessment through execution.
• Collaboration with internal stakeholders, advisors, and business leaders in an international environment.
• The opportunity to help shape the growth of a leading global defense organization.