EC M&A seeks an Associate for its New York office. The position is a highly entrepreneurial role, offering the candidate significant opportunity to drive project execution, interface with clients, acquirers and acquisition targets, and support senior bankers in various M&A transactions and marketing efforts.

As an Associate, you will work closely with Managing Directors, Directors, and Vice Presidents of the firm, while gaining exceptional access to senior-level clients and business owners. You will also have the opportunity to manage and mentor analysts and interns.

Key Responsibilities

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Support senior bankers in driving buy-side and sell-side project execution
• Develop financial models, presentations, and pitchbook materials
• Conduct company and industry research; identify potential buyers or acquisition targets
• Drive projects from pitch to completion, including:
• Drafting marketing materials (e.g., teasers, confidential information memoranda, etc.)
• Processing confidentiality agreements
• Interfacing with clients, buyers and targets
• Providing due diligence and transaction support

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (BA) or equivalent, with a focus on finance or accounting; MBA is preferred but not required
• Minimum of three years of investment banking experience required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Advance proficiency in Microsoft 365 (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, SharePoint)
• Ability to work independently and efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and work ethic
• Experience with databases such as PitchBook, Capital IQ, Orbis, MergerMarket, etc.

EC M&A offers a highly competitive compensation package, including a base salary, performance-based bonus, 401(k) plan participation, and a generous employer-funded health plan.

Please submit your cover letter and resume / CV for consideration.

EC M&A is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please note that, at this time, the firm is unable to sponsor applicants for employment authorization for this position.