Tech M&A Senior Associate: Lead High-Impact Deals

Alexander Chapman; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Alexander Chapman in San Francisco, CA is seeking a Senior Associate to join its M&A team, working directly with founders, CEOs, private equity sponsors, and strategic acquirers on high-profile technology transactions.

You will lead sell-side and buy-side engagements, build complex financial models and client materials, and mentor junior bankers throughout the deal lifecycle.

This role offers significant responsibility and exposure in software, AI, cybersecurity, fintech, and broader technology.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of investment banking experience with meaningful M&A exposure.
• Exceptional financial modeling and analytical skills.
• Strong communication, judgment, and attention to detail.
• Genuine interest in technology and strategic transactions.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with drive to take ownership.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of sell-side and buy-side M&A and strategic advisory engagements.
• Build and oversee financial models, valuations, transaction analyses, and client materials.
• Work directly with senior bankers and clients throughout the transaction lifecycle.
• Manage junior team members and take ownership of key deal workstreams.
• Develop deep expertise across software, AI, cybersecurity, fintech, and broader technology.

Skills

Financial modeling

Analytical skills

Communication

Judgment

Attention to detail

Entrepreneurial mindset

Technology interest

Job description

Alexander Chapman in San Francisco, CA is seeking a Senior Associate to join its M&A team, working directly with founders, CEOs, private equity sponsors, and strategic acquirers on high-profile technology transactions.

You will lead sell-side and buy-side engagements, build complex financial models and client materials, and mentor junior bankers throughout the deal lifecycle.

This role offers significant responsibility and exposure in software, AI, cybersecurity, fintech, and broader technology.