Strategic M&A & Corporate Development Analyst

First Interstate Bank; Watertown (SD); Hybrid; USD 91,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

First Interstate Bank is seeking a Corporate Development Senior Analyst to build financial models, analyze strategic opportunities, and support M&A and divestiture activities. You will work cross-functionally to enhance performance, assist investor relations, and drive due diligence efforts.

The role emphasizes collaboration, data-driven decision making, and developing leadership within the bank's corporate development function. Hybrid work model with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Master's degree in Business or related field preferred.
• 3–5 years of related experience, training, and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains financial models for strategic, M&A, or divestiture opportunities.
• Assists in competitive intelligence to identify performance gaps vs peers.
• Contributes to strategic plan development and execution across business lines.
• Assists in new business opportunities and branch analytics framework.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Financial modeling

Stakeholder comms

Analytical thinking

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance/Accounting

Master's degree preferred

Tools

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

First Interstate Bank is seeking a Corporate Development Senior Analyst to build financial models, analyze strategic opportunities, and support M&A and divestiture activities. You will work cross-functionally to enhance performance, assist investor relations, and drive due diligence efforts.

The role emphasizes collaboration, data-driven decision making, and developing leadership within the bank's corporate development function. Hybrid work model with competitive compensation.