Senior Investment Banking Analyst - M&A
Senior Investment Banking Analyst - Mergers & Acquisitions
Location: Cleveland, OH
Position Type: Full-Time
Role Overview
The Senior Analyst plays a central role in executing sell-side and buy-side M&A transactions. You will manage critical workstreams, produce high-quality analyses and client materials, and support deal teams with increasing autonomy. The role offers a clear progression toward the Associate level for professionals demonstrating strong judgement, leadership, and execution capability.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead execution of middle market M&A transactions, owning major workstreams with minimal oversight
- Build, refine, and audit complex financial models (3-statement, DCF, merger models) and conduct detailed valuation analyses
- Develop and enhance client-facing materials, including CIMs, pitch presentations, and management decks
- Coordinate due diligence, including data room management and buyer Q&A tracking
- Conduct in-depth company, industry, and market research to support strategic positioning
- Mentor Analysts and review work products to ensure accuracy and high-quality output
Qualifications
- 2-4 years of investment banking experience, or a combination of IB and TAS/Valuations with strong M&A exposure
- Advanced expertise in financial modelling and valuation, with ability to work independently
- Strong proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
- Exceptional communication skills, attention to detail, and multi-tasking ability
- Demonstrated ownership mindset, maturity, and strong work ethic
- Interest in long-term career development within middle market investment banking
Why This Role
This position offers a collaborative, execution-focused environment with significant responsibility, direct client exposure, and the opportunity to develop the skill set required for advancement to the Associate level. The Cleveland market provides strong deal flow and an attractive quality of life.
Compensation
Competitive base salary, performance-driven bonus, and full benefits package, aligned with experience and contribution.
If you are interested in this position, please reach out to gabriel.maida@selbyjennings for more information.
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