Impact You’ll Make:

Stout is seeking an experienced Associate to join our Investment Banking group, specifically within the Industrials team. This role will focus on leading day-to-day transaction execution for middle-market mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and capital raising. The Associate will play a pivotal role in driving the firm’s M&A and Capital Markets advisory efforts while gaining extensive deal process experience by collaborating with senior bankers and serving as a critical resource in client coverage, prospecting, and engagement execution.

This role offers Associate the opportunity to strengthen their technical skills, build client relationships, and gain valuable exposure to transaction processes while working alongside experienced professionals across the firm.

What You’ll Do:

• Collaborate with practice leaders and sector leaders within investment banking to secure and execute M&A transactions

• Coordinate and perform business due diligence on clients and prospective opportunities

• Conduct comprehensive valuation exercises for companies and business units

• Prepare and deliver high-quality presentation materials for internal and external stakeholders

• Take a leadership role in all phases of the transaction process, ensuring successful execution and client satisfaction

• Attend client meetings and actively contribute to discussions

What You Bring:

• A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in investment banking, private equity, or financial analysis

• Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and other Microsoft Office applications

• Exceptional academic credentials from a top-tier university

• Ability to think critically and demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong transaction process orientation and attention to detail.

• Highly proficient financial analysis and modeling skills

• Self-starter with the ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced, and demanding environment

• Collaborative team player capable of working effectively within intimate deal teams

How You’ll Thrive:

• Cultivate a positive, team-oriented approach that fosters collaboration and shared success.

• Demonstrate accountability and reliability by consistently delivering high-quality results and meeting expectations.

• Exhibit an entrepreneurial mindset and a commitment to excellence in all aspects of your work.

• Build meaningful relationships and leverage strong interpersonal skills to create trust and drive outcomes.

• Communicate effectively and respond promptly, ensuring clarity and alignment with stakeholders.

• Bring intellectual curiosity and a keen attention to detail to problem-solving and decision-making.

• Apply advanced analytical and quantitative skills to uncover insights and drive data-informed strategies.

• Leverage a deep understanding of the sell-side execution process to navigate complex transactions and achieve optimal results.

A reasonable estimate of the current range is $145,000 - $175,000 Annual. 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.