Investment Banking Associate, Real Estate, Gaming, Lodging & Leisure - New York

About the role

We are passionate about our business and our culture, and are seeking individuals with that same drive.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Associate to join our Real Estate, Gaming, Lodging & Leisure (REGLL) team in New York. The team advises businesses across real estate, hospitality, hotels, homebuilding, multi-unit consumer operations, real assets, and land-based and online gaming.

You will be a core member of transaction teams working on M&A, financing and strategic advisory assignments, taking ownership of financial analysis and execution work. You will translate sector research, company performance and operating assumptions into valuation analyses, transaction materials and client recommendations, while guiding Analysts and working directly with senior bankers, clients and other advisors.

To learn more about our recent work, please visit: recent transactions.

Responsibilities

• Build and review financial and valuation models, including operating forecasts, discounted cash flow, leveraged buyout, comparable company and precedent transaction analyses
• Analyze company financial performance and sector trends across real estate, gaming, lodging and leisure, translating findings into valuation conclusions and transaction recommendations
• Prepare and review client presentations, marketing materials and transaction documentation that clearly communicate company positioning and strategic alternatives
• Support M&A, financing and strategic advisory execution, including due diligence, data gathering, process coordination and communication with clients and external advisors
• Research sector developments, market participants and transaction activity to support client discussions and origination ideas
• Own the accuracy and timeliness of analytical workstreams; direct, review and develop Analysts while coordinating effectively with senior bankers and other teams
• Contribute to strategic discussions with senior bankers and maintain effective working relationships with clients and external advisors

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Investment Banking, corporate finance, Mergers & Acquisitions or a related field; experience in real estate, gaming or lodging is a plus
• Strong financial modeling, accounting and valuation skills, with advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
• Experience managing multiple workstreams, reviewing analytical output and guiding junior team members
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present analysis effectively to senior bankers, clients and external advisors
• Strong attention to detail and work ethic, with the ability to prioritize competing workstreams and deliver accurate work within tight deadlines

Education

• Undergraduate degree required; a focus in finance, accounting, economics or a related discipline preferred.

Additional Qualifications

MBA or equivalent experience is a plus.

Expected Salary Range: $175,000 - $225,000

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