Investment Banking Associate

Job Title: Investment Banking AssociateLocation: Los Angeles, CA - in office Compensation: $150,000 base + bonus (Target Total Compensation: $300,000) Reports To: Vice President / Managing DirectorAbout the Firm: We have partnered with a full-service investment bank offering a uniquely integrated platform of advisory, capital markets, and institutional services. Our mission is to deliver strategic guidance and capital solutions tailored to the needs of institutional investors and middle-market companies across a wide range of industries. Our firm combines deep industry expertise with a hands-on, relationship-driven approach to deliver long-term value for our clients. Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly driven Investment Banking Associate with 1–3 years of experience to join our growing team. As an Associate, you will play a lead role in transaction execution—supporting and running M&A, capital raising, and strategic advisory engagements from start to finish. You will work closely with senior bankers and clients, manage analysts, and take ownership of day-to-day deal execution. Key Responsibilities: Lead deal execution processes including buy-side and sell-side M&A, debt and equity capital raises, and strategic advisory assignments. Build and review complex financial models including DCFs, LBOs, precedent transactions, and public comps.

Draft confidential information memoranda (CIMs), pitchbooks, management presentations, and investor materials. Interface directly with clients, investors, legal advisors, accountants, and other stakeholders throughout deal processes. Manage analysts and support junior team development. Conduct deep-dive industry, market, and company research to inform strategic recommendations. Support due diligence processes and ensure efficient coordination of internal and external deal resources. Assist with business development efforts, including client pitches and transaction origination support. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field; MBA a plus but not required1–3 years of experience in investment banking or related financial services (e. g.

, private equity, corporate finance)Proven ability to lead deal execution and work independently with minimal oversightStrong financial modeling, analytical, and valuation skillsExcellent written and verbal communication abilitiesHigh level of professionalism, integrity, and attention to detailStrong organizational and project management skills, with ability to multitask and meet deadlinesProficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and financial databases (e. g. , CapIQ, Bloomberg)Why Join Us?Opportunity to take ownership of live transactions early in your careerExposure to a wide variety of industries and deal typesCollaborative, entrepreneurial environment with direct senior leadership accessCompetitive compensation and performance-based bonuses