M&A Associate - Consumer
This privately held investment banking firm has built a strong reputation for delivering strategic financial advice across market cycles. With a relationship-driven approach, it supports clients in navigating financial markets, evaluating strategic alternatives, and raising capital. Professionals operate from offices across North America and Europe, offering expertise in mergers and acquisitions, private placements, restructurings, and recapitalizations-all within a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.
CONSUMER SECTOR TEAM
The Consumer team brings deep industry knowledge, strong relationships, and consistent deal flow to support clients across various sub-sectors, including Food & Beverage, Consumer Products & Retail, and Leisure & Hospitality. The team is well-versed in evolving consumer trends, emerging brands and channels, and supply chain dynamics, enabling them to deliver tailored insights and execution capabilities.
Responsibilities:
- Leading key aspects of deal execution
- Developing and overseeing financial models and analyses
- Conducting valuation and pricing assessments
- Preparing marketing materials and client presentations
- Supporting live engagements and due diligence processes
- Performing industry and company research
- Mentoring junior team members
- Building and maintaining client relationships
Ideal Candidate Profile:
- Minimum 3 years of M&A advisory experience
- Background in consumer sector transactions preferred
- Strong analytical and financial modeling skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Ability to thrive under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- High integrity, attention to detail, and commitment to quality
- Strong client management and teamwork skills
- Familiarity with regulatory standards
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