Investment Banking Senior Associate

Senior Associate | Investment Banking (M&A)

A growing boutique investment bank is seeking a Senior Associate to join its rapidly growing M&A advisory team in Minneapolis. This individual will play a key role in the execution of sell-side mergers and acquisitions transactions while working directly with senior bankers, business owners, private equity firms, and strategic acquirers.

This opportunity offers significant client exposure, a collaborative culture, and a clear path for long-term career advancement within a high-performing investment banking platform.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day execution of sell-side M&A transactions.
• Develop financial models, valuation analyses, marketing materials, and client presentations.
• Manage due diligence processes and coordinate with clients, buyers, legal counsel, and other advisors.
• Support client meetings, management presentations, and transaction negotiations.
• Mentor and oversee Analysts and junior team members.
• Assist senior bankers with business development initiatives and relationship management efforts.

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of relevant experience in investment banking
• Strong understanding of mergers & acquisitions and financial statement analysis.
• Advanced financial modeling and valuation skillset.
• Experience managing multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and project management abilities.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.

What They're Looking For

• Proven experience executing middle-market M&A transactions.
• Ability to operate independently while collaborating across deal teams.
• Strong attention to detail and client-service mindset.
• Interest in taking on increasing responsibility and developing into a senior banker over time.