Investment Banking Associate 1 | TMT
Selby Jennings is partnering with a growing middle-market investment bank seeking an Analyst 3 or Associate 1 to join their Technology Investment Banking team in San Francisco. The group advises clients across the software, cybersecurity, and communications sectors and is primarily focused on M&A advisory, with some equity capital markets exposure. This opportunity offers strong deal flow, direct access to senior bankers, meaningful execution responsibility, and a collaborative culture within a platform that continues to invest in growth.
Responsibilities:
- Execute sell-side M&A transactions and strategic advisory engagements.
- Build and maintain complex financial models, valuation analyses, and merger models.
- Prepare pitch books, management presentations, CIMs, and other client-facing materials.
- Conduct industry and company research across the technology sector.
- Support due diligence, transaction execution, and deal process management.
- Work closely with senior bankers and clients throughout the life cycle of a transaction.
- Assist in business development initiatives and new client opportunities.
- Mentor and develop junior team members as appropriate.
Qualifications:
- Analyst 3: Approximately 2-4 years of investment banking experience.
- Associate 1: Approximately 3-6 years of investment banking experience.
- Strong M&A transaction experience required.
- Technology, TMT, software, cybersecurity, or communications sector experience preferred.
- Advanced financial modeling and valuation skills.
- Experience preparing client presentations and transaction materials.
- Strong analytical, communication, and project management abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple live assignments in a fast-paced environment.
- Bachelor's degree with a strong academic record.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.
If there is interest, don't hesitate to apply!
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