Description
The M&A Analyst will support the identification, evaluation, and execution of strategic acquisitions and investment opportunities. This role combines rigorous financial and strategic analysis with strong storytelling capabilities, helping translate complex concepts into clear, digestible information for senior leadership. The Analyst will play an integral role across the end-to-end transaction lifecycle-from idea generation through execution support.
This position is ideal for a highly analytical, intellectually curious professional who thrives in a fast-paced, deal-oriented environment.
Key Responsibilities
Opportunity Sourcing & Market Intelligence
Conduct proactive research to identify potential acquisition and investment opportunities aligned with corporate strategy
Monitor industry trends, competitive activity, and emerging growth areas
Maintain and update target pipelines and screening databases
Strategic & Financial Evaluation
Initiate in-depth qualitative and quantitative analyses to assess potential opportunities
Develop detailed financial models including business plan development, valuation analyses, scenario modeling, and return assessments
Support the evaluation of strategic fit, competitive positioning, risk factors, and integration considerations
Executive Communication & Presentation Development
Draft high-quality presentations and briefing materials for Executive Leadership Team and key stakeholders
Synthesize complex analyses into clear, concise insights and recommendations
Support preparation for Board-level discussions when applicable
Clearly and confidently present analyses and strategic perspectives to key decision makers
Transaction Execution Support
Assist in due diligence processes, including data analysis and coordination with cross-functional partners
Support development of transaction materials, data rooms, and internal documentations
Maintain exceptional organization across workstreams, ensuring materials, analyses, and communications are readily accessible
Track key milestones and deliverables throughout the transaction lifecycle
Provide ad-hoc analytical and operational support as needed during execution
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Marketing, or a related field desirable
Strong financial modeling and analytical capabilities, with the ability to build clear, defensible business cases
Attention to detail and ability to drive high-quality work products independently.
Experience conducting consumer, market, and competitive research and translating findings into actionable insights
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with comfort engaging senior-level leaders and presenting complex analyses clearly
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment while managing multiple priorities
Minimum of 1-3 years of experience, ideally in private equity, management consulting, investment banking, or corporate strategy and/or exposure to consumer goods, retail, or branded products strongly preferred
Equal Opportunity Employer
It is Company's policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. The Company will endeavor to provide a reasonable accommodation consistent with the law to otherwise qualified employees and prospective employees with a disability and to employees and prospective employees with needs related to their religious observance or practices. Should you wish to apply for this position or any other position with the Company and you believe you require assistance to complete an application or participate in an interview, please contact USApplicantAccommodations@Estee.com.
