Strategic M&A Analyst — Corporate Development & Growth

Stagwell; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Stagwell is seeking a Corporate Development / M&A Analyst to join its Investment & Strategy team, focusing on sourcing, executing, and integrating acquisitions across the network. 0–1 years of investment banking, corporate development, or transaction advisory experience preferred; immediate start.

You will build models, coordinate due diligence, and prepare materials for investment decisions while working cross-functionally with Stagwell teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field required or preferred.
• 0–1 years of experience in investment banking, corporate development, transaction advisory, or private equity.
• Strong financial modeling and valuation skills; advanced Excel proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Source and maintain a pipeline of acquisition targets across marketing, communications, and technology.
• Build acquisition and LBO-style models, including valuation and pro forma projections.
• Manage due diligence workstreams across financial, legal, tax, and operational areas for live transactions.
• Prepare investment committee materials, deal summaries, and transaction recommendations.
• Support negotiation and drafting of transaction documents (LOIs, purchase agreements, etc.).
• Coordinate with target management and cross-functional Stagwell teams during diligence and integration.
• Track and report on status of active deal pipeline and integration milestones.

Skills

Financial modeling

Excel expertise

Valuation

Due diligence coordination

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field

Tools

Excel

Job description

Stagwell is seeking a Corporate Development / M&A Analyst to join its Investment & Strategy team, focusing on sourcing, executing, and integrating acquisitions across the network. 0–1 years of investment banking, corporate development, or transaction advisory experience preferred; immediate start.

You will build models, coordinate due diligence, and prepare materials for investment decisions while working cross-functionally with Stagwell teams.