Senior Associate, Mergers and Acquisitions

HITT Contracting Inc.; Falls Church (VA); Presencial; USD 77.000 - 112.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Bonus opportunities

Health insurance (vision & dental)

Employer-matched 401(k)

Wellness reimbursement

Paid holidays and time off

Voluntary benefits and leave types

Descripción de la vacante

HITT Contracting Inc. is seeking a Mergers & Acquisitions Senior Associate to support target identification, research, and analysis across U.S. markets.

You will build market maps, profiles, and investment theses, preparing memos and presentations for review by the M&A Manager and stakeholders. Responsibilities include conducting robust market research, profiling targets with various data sources, coordinating due diligence, and testing new research methods.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or economics.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct in-depth research on U.S. markets and industry verticals to identify targets.

Conocimientos

Research abilities

Financial analysis

Written communication

Verbal communication

Project management

Educación

Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or economics

Herramientas

Excel

PowerPoint

PitchBook

Capital IQ

Descripción del empleo

# **Job Description:**The Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Senior Associate supports the M&A Manager in identifying, researching, and evaluating acquisition targets across U.S. markets. This role is responsible for executing hands-on market and company research, building supporting analysis, and helping maintain the acquisition target pipeline. This position reports to the M&A Manager. **RESPONSIBILITIES*** Conduct in-depth research on U.S. markets and industry verticals to support target identification efforts* Research and profile prospective acquisition targets using public records, industry databases, licensing data, trade publications, and other primary and secondary sources* Build and maintain market maps, competitive landscapes, and target profiles under the direction of the M&A Manager* Support the development of investment theses by gathering supporting data, financial information, and market context* Assist in building and maintaining an organized, up-to-date database of prospective acquisition targets* Perform preliminary financial analysis on target companies, including revenue, margin, and growth estimates where available* Prepare research summaries, memos, and presentation materials for review by the M&A Manager and other stakeholders* Coordinate with corporate resources department heads to support due diligence on prioritized targets* Help identify and test new data sources, tools, and research methods to improve the efficiency and quality of the team's research* Travel as needed to support market research efforts**QUALIFICATIONS*** Bachelor's degree required; concentration in business, finance, or economics preferred* 2+ years of experience in M&A, corporate development, investment banking, private equity, management consulting, or similar research-intensive role* Demonstrated experience conducting independent research and producing clear, well-organized written work product* Strong quantitative skills, including comfort working with financial statements and basic valuation concepts* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint); experience with industry research databases (e.g., PitchBook, Capital IQ, or similar) is a plus* Strong written and verbal communication skills* Take ownership of research assignments and follow them through to a complete, polished work product* Approach unfamiliar markets and industries with genuine curiosity* Manage multiple research efforts simultaneously against deadlines* Exercise sound judgment in assessing the quality and relevance of research findings* Communicate findings clearly and concisely, in writing and verbally* Take initiative in identifying information gaps and proactively seeking answers* Collaborate effectively with the M&A Manager and cross-functional partners* Adapt quickly to new markets, industries, and research approaches as priorities shift In accordance with Virginia Senate Bill 215 (SB 215), the base salary range for this position is: $77,000.00 - $112,000.00Compensation in other cities and states may vary. HITT Contracting offers a competitive total benefits and compensation package including performance-based bonuses, premium health care coverage including vision and dental, employer-matched 401(k), wellness reimbursement program, paid holidays and time-off, and other voluntary benefits and leave types. The determination of salary is based on the candidate’s individual professional experience, qualifications, education, skills, and training.***HITT Contracting is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to hiring and developing the most qualified individuals based on job-related experience, skills, and merit. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We value a respectful, inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. HITT Contracting maintains a drug-free workplace, consistent with applicable local, state, and federal laws.***