Associate, Business Services Investment Banking

Stout
United States, Illinois, Chicago
1 South Wacker Drive (Show on map)
Jan 13, 2025
At Stout, we're dedicated to exceeding expectations in all we do - we call it Relentless Excellence . Both our client service and culture are second to none, stemming from our firmwide embrace of our core values: Positive and Team-Oriented, Accountable, Committed, Relationship-Focused, Super-Responsive, and being Great communicators. Sound like a place you can grow and succeed? Read on to learn more about an exciting opportunity to join our team. Members of the Investment Banking group at Stout are actively involved in the day-to-day transaction execution of middle-market mergers and acquisitions, capital raises, and special situation mandates for private equity and privately owned business clients. As a member of the Business Services group, you will be responsible for supporting business development and the successful execution of advisory transactions across a wide range of business services sub sectors. Sector focus areas include commercial services, specialty distribution, engineering and consulting, environmental services, and professional service. Stout is committed to providing its employees with exciting career opportunities as well as competitive compensation and benefit packages. Responsibilities: Preparation, analysis, and explanation of historical and projected financial information for clients and prospects Develop detailed financial models (e.g., three statement operating models) Coordinate and perform business due diligence on clients and prospects Identify potential strategic and financial buyers for sell-side transactions, and possible lenders for capital raises Prepare confidential information memorandums, management presentations, pitch books and other presentations Conduct comprehensive valuation exercises of companies and business units Build relationships and maintain direct contact with clients, prospective clients, buyers, lenders, and other stakeholders Supervise and mentor junior staff members assigned to deal teams Requirements: 4+ years of middle market sell-side investment banking experience Exceptional academic credentials from a top-tier university Highly proficient in Excel, Microsoft Office, Word, & PowerPoint Ability to think critically and must possess excellent written and oral communications skills Strong transaction process orientation Highly proficient financial analysis and modeling skills with an emphasis on attention to detail Self-starter willing to work in an entrepreneurial, demanding, and fast-paced environment Ability to work collaboratively as part of intimate deal teams The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Stout is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of valid job requirements, qualifications and merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal law. The anticipated salary range for this position is between $125,000 and $160,000 depending on prior work and industry experience, education level, and unique skills. This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan. Information about benefits can be found here - https://www.stout.com/en/careers/benefits #LI-CM1 Why Stout? Our goal is to provide a comprehensive Total Rewards program that includes competitive compensation, benefits & wellness programs that allows employees to choose what's most important to them at any life stage. At Stout, we are committed to the personal and professional development of our employees while fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. Stout Culture: We honor the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals. We are committed to representing and including the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of our people, partners, and the communities we serve. Our core values embrace a culture of inclusion and the equitable treatment of all team members, starting with Stout's leadership and spreading across the organization. We strive to recruit, develop, and retain individuals with an array of talents, ideas, and experiences that propel the entrepreneurial spirit and exceptionalism that drive our success. To learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, click here. Professional Development: To foster employee development we offer ongoing training and learning opportunities, employee resources groups, mentorship programming, and professional designation reimbursement. We believe in timely and proactive performance excellence, ongoing 360 feedback, clear performance expectations at each level, and quarterly check-ins with your manager ensure you are supported and growing your career. Stout Benefits : Stout offers a variety of benefits to meet the ever-changing needs of our employees throughout their career at Stout. View our Benefits page to see what this can look like for you. Flexible Work Schedules: Work-life balance is important to us and we want our employees to have balanced lives, which is why we have a discretionary time off policy for all salaried exempt employees. This gives you the ability to take time off as appropriate. The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Stout is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of valid job requirements, qualifications and merit without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, protected genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal law.Stout values a diverse workforce and strongly encourages women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ+ communities, veterans, people with disabilities and members of other underrepresented communities to apply. Interested in joining a rapidly growing group of bright, ambitious professionals in a work environment that values culture, diversity, and personal growth? Stout might just be the right place for you.