Associate, Mergers & Acquisitions

In a world of disruption and increasingly complex business challenges, our professionals bring truth into focus with the Kroll Lens. Our sharp analytical skills, paired with the latest technology, allow us to give our clients clarity—not just answers—in all areas of business. We embrace diverse backgrounds and global perspectives, and we cultivate diversity by respecting, including, and valuing one another. As part of One team, One Kroll, you’ll contribute to a supportive and collaborative work environment that empowers you to excel.

Our Consumer M&A Advisory assists middle-market companies and is differentiated by industry expertise and superior deal execution in consumer, retail, food, and restaurant expertise.

At Kroll, your work will help deliver clarity to our clients’ most complex governance, risk, and transparency challenges. Apply now to join One team, One Kroll.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

We are looking for an Associate to join our leading Consumer practice within the Mergers & Acquisitions Service Line. Work on a variety of transactions in all stages, from initial client pitches to transaction closings.

• Communicates industry trends, financial information, key deal points and complex strategic issues in a clear, concise, and relevant manner to assist and guide decision-makers in corporate finance transactions
• Ensure quality of client deliverables by having a strong attention to detail
• Be a self-starter and proactive while mentoring and developing staff - analysts and junior associates
• Individuals will be assigned a wide variety of projects and given as much responsibility as their experience and capabilities permit

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in an investment banking (M&A / Private Capital Markets / Leveraged Finance), corporate development role, or transaction advisory services provider with demonstrable M&A process experience
• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting.
• MBA a plus but not required
• Technical Skills – development of three-statement financial models (DCF / LBO) as well as public company comparable and precedent M&A transaction analysis. In addition, ability to synthesize client / prospect provided information into meaningful data-driven product (e.g. pitch decks, confidential information memorandums)
• Commercial Skills– interfacing with internal team members, clients and third parties to provide analytical and qualitative support to drive transaction processes forward
• Leadership Ability – managing both “up” and “down” on a daily basis, regularly reporting to senior staff members on where key project deliverables and milestones stand while developing analysts to associate-level potential
• Active FINRA Series 79 and 63 licenses required, Series 7 preferred but not required at time of hire
• Consumer Industry experience preferred, but not required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in MS Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

In order to be considered for a position, you must formally apply via careers.kroll.com.

Kroll is committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants regardless of gender, gender identity, race, religion, color, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, age or disability.

The current salary range for this position is $100,000 to $200,000

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