Associate, Corporate Advisory

BMO • Chicago, IL

1d • $69,000 - $127,800

About The Position

The BMO Corporate Advisory team advises commercial banking clients and prospects on buy-side M&A and other corporate finance engagements. The team is comprised of former investment banking, private equity, management consulting, corporate development, and commercial banking professionals and is looking to hire a new Associate. The Associate will be responsible for providing advanced financial modeling and deal execution support for buy-side M&A and other corporate finance advisory opportunities. The Associate will also develop customized analytics and presentations to support the execution of assignments within the commercial bank.

Requirements

• An undergraduate degree in finance, economics, accounting or direct work experience in a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in investment banking, management consulting, commercial banking, or similar field
• Knowledge of capital markets and investment banking products (including, but not limited to mergers & acquisitions, recapitalizations, capital structure, valuation techniques, and private equity markets).

Nice To Haves

• Highly proficient in quantitative analytics, financial modeling, and valuation analysis.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Expertise in computer applications including Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong interpersonal skills within a demanding team environment and in interactions directly with clients.
• Excellent capability to operate independently and proactively service multiple clients.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage valuation models including DCF, LBO, comparable companies analysis, precedent transactions analysis, and merger models for live and contemplated M&A transactions.
• Build free cash flow model for purposes of evaluating new credit opportunities and capital structure alternatives.
• Work with team to recommend appropriate capital structure and market-based financing terms in corporate finance situations.
• Support ongoing advisory relationships with clients and update existing financial models and presentation materials as needed.
• Build new presentation materials for buy-side M&A and other corporate finance advisory engagements.
• Participate in presentation of BMO materials, both internally and externally to clients and prospects.

Benefits

• BMO also offers health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• To view more details of our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.bmo.com/global/en/Total-Rewards

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level