Associate, Industrials M&A

About the RoleLedgend Group is conducting a search on behalf of a leading global M&A advisory firm, part of a major international bank, for an Investment Banking Associate (Associate 1 or Associate 2) to join its Industrials group in New York. The team advises corporate and financial sponsor clients on sell-side and buy-side M&A across capital goods, environmental services, industrial technology and multi-industry sectors.ResponsibilitiesExecute sell-side and buy-side M&A transactions from pitch through closeBuild and maintain financial models, including operating models, DCF, LBO, merger and accretion/dilution analysesPrepare CIMs, management presentations, pitch books and board materialsManage due diligence processes and coordinate with clients, counterparties and advisorsSupervise and develop analysts on deal teamsSupport senior bankers on business development and client coverageQualificationsBachelor’s degree with 3+ years of investment banking, corporate finance or M&A experience at a top-tier firm, or an MBA with post-MBA investment banking experienceIndustrials investment banking experience strongly preferredStrong financial modeling, valuation and accounting skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to manage multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environmentFINRA Series 79 and 63 preferredCompensationThe base salary range for this position is $175,000 to $225,000, plus a discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.Work AuthorizationCandidates must be authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.