M&A Execution Assistant

M&A Execution Assistant at Career Group M&A Execution Assistant at Career Group in Daly City, California Posted in 5 days ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

M&A Execution Assistant | San Francisco | $90,000-$97,000 Base + Bonus + 401(k) A highly respected global investment bank is seeking a sharp, detail-oriented M&A Execution Assistant to support a high-performing investment banking team. This is an exceptional opportunity to work closely with senior bankers, gain direct exposure to live M&A transactions, and play a key role in deal execution within a fast-paced, collaborative environment. This role is ideal for someone who is proactive, highly organized, intellectually curious, and excited to grow within the investment banking and M&A space. What You'll Do

• Support end-to-end M&A execution, including preparation and formatting of client deliverables and marketing materials
• Assist deal teams with transaction materials such as company overviews, industry research, and data gathering
• Conduct research using internal systems and external sources to support live transactions
• Attend deal-related meetings, capture notes, and track key follow-ups and action items
• Manage complex calendars across multiple bankers, prioritizing meetings and resolving scheduling conflicts
• Coordinate domestic and international travel arrangements and process expense reports
• Draft, format, and refine professional communications with discretion and accuracy
• Serve as a central coordination point for the deal team across internal stakeholders
• Support meeting and event logistics including conference rooms, A/V, and catering
• Collaborate with other administrative professionals to ensure seamless team coverage
• Anticipate needs, stay ahead of priorities, and help drive execution efficiency What We're Looking For
• 1+ years of experience in a fast-paced, professional environment (financial services or advisory preferred)
• Bachelor's degree required
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
• Advanced calendar management and scheduling experience
• High attention to detail with strong formatting and presentation skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized, proactive, and able to manage competing priorities
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment
• Discreet, professional, and trusted with confidential information
• Intellectual curiosity and interest in learning the M&A process end-to-end Role Details Full-time, in-office role with occasional remote Fridays Exposure to live M&A transactions and senior-level deal teams Occasional after-hours responsiveness required due to deal activity Compensation $90,000 - $97,000 base salary + bonus + 401(k) + full benefits We will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

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