Investment Banking Analyst

19 days ago
Full time role
In-person · New York, NY, US... more

Alantra is an independent global mid-market financial services firm providing investment banking, asset management, and private capital services to companies, families, and investors operating in the mid-market segment. The Group has over 650 professionals across Europe, the US, Latin America, and Asia.

Its Investment Banking division provides independent advice on M&A, debt advisory, financial restructuring, and capital markets transactions, having advised on more than 650 deals for a total value of c.€88.5bn in the last four years. Alantra’s senior bankers and execution teams offer a global understanding of industry sectors combined with strong local relationships with the companies, investors, entrepreneurs, and financing institutions in each of its markets.

In Alternative Asset Management, Alantra offers its client unique access to a wide range of investment strategies in five highly specialized asset management classes (private equity, active funds, private debt, energy, and venture capital). As of 30 June 2023, assets under management from consolidated businesses stood at €2.2bn, while assets under management from Strategic Partnerships, in which Alantra holds a significant stake, were at more than €13.7bn.

For more information, please visit www.alantra.com

Job Description:

Overview

Alantra is seeking to hire an Investment Banking Analyst to help support its M&A and capital raising advisory business in the Consumer and Industrials sectors. The role is onsite in either our Boston or New York City offices. The ideal candidate will have at least 12 months of relevant experience with the ability to immediately and meaningfully impact the team, while also engaging thoughtfully with Alantra's training and onboarding practices. Analysts consistently work directly with Alantra’s U.S. Managing Directors, and over time high performers will have long-term opportunities to rotate through our other U.S. and overseas offices, if desired.

Analysts are given substantial responsibility and are highly productive in helping grow the business. The environment at Alantra is both collegial and entrepreneurial, and teamwork is essential to the firm’s success. A focus on innovative new ideas across all levels of the team are welcomed and encouraged, and leaders provide various career development opportunities for long-term success. The ideal candidate should be motivated, creative, outgoing, and possess a strong background in finance and accounting.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct industry research and perform individual company analysis.

  • Develop financial analysis and models.

  • Support creation of client proposals and presentations.

  • Manage data room and coordinate due diligence process.

  • Recruit, supervise, and develop Interns.

  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Why Alantra

Alantra offers a unique experience for Analysts to advise both domestic and international clients and to work with global colleagues on cross-border transactions. Alantra is a meritocracy, and high performing Analysts will be presented with significant career growth opportunities across numerous sectors and offices.

  • Team-oriented and collaborative culture

  • Unique career development opportunities with focus on long-term growth and success

  • Global training programs

  • 100% Healthcare coverage options, HRA and FSA options, dental, vision insurance

  • Fitness reimbursement

  • 401k with match

  • Employee assistance program

  • Competitive salary and bonus plans

  • Competitive vacation and holiday plans

  • Pre-tax commuter benefits

  • Company events and international offsites

  • Team-wide community service initiatives

  • Access to global network

Requirements:

Qualifications / Requirements

  • At least 1 year of investment banking, transaction advisory, corporate development, or other similar experience.

  • Bachelor’s degree with a strong academic record required; business, economics, finance/accounting majors preferred.

  • Knowledge of M&A and capital raising practices is essential.

  • Solid finance/accounting knowledge; ability to analyze and value businesses.

  • Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills.

  • Excellent analytical, creative, and strategic thinking skills.

  • Team player mentality combined with the ability to work independently.

  • Strong organization skills with ability to multi-task and prioritize deliverables.

  • Advanced Microsoft Office suite skills; Expert in Excel and PowerPoint.

  • FINRA Series 79 and 63 licenses are required, or to be obtained within the first six months of employment.

Base compensation band: $80,000 (Min) - $90,000 (Max). This role is also eligible for an annual bonus in addition to the base salary. Actual starting pay may be based on several factors, including, but not limited to, market rate, the qualified pool of candidates, internal compensation, candidate experience, and budgetary constraints.