Job Description & Responsibilities:Armory is seeking both investment banking associates and financial advisory associates for our growing investment banking business and creditor advisory practice. We are seeking results-oriented professionals, who can analyze company financial information, develop financial models and lead workstreams in connection with investment banking and creditor advisory projects for Armory. This role requires strong financial modeling background and ability to complete high-quality work products in high-pressure, client-critical, transaction-oriented situations.
Armory offers a unique opportunity for Associates to work on projects that provide exposure to various financial advisory and investment banking products and industries. The Chicago-based investment banking associate will have exposure to multiple industries, such as industrials, software and technology, business services, manufacturing, consumer & retail, and food & beverage. Associates can expect to be involved in a variety of transactions, including debt and equity financings, mergers and acquisitions, recapitalization, valuations and restructuring assignments. Deal teams are typically small in size, providing significant responsibility and exposure to senior level professionals and clients.
Requirements: - Bachelor's degree or MBA with a well-rounded academic background from a top-tier educational institution
- Minimum two to three years of investment banking or restructuring experience required
- Strong interest in M&A, debt and equity capital markets, special situations, and restructuring
- Strong quantitative and qualitative skills, with experience in financial modeling and financial statement analysis, including the development of three-statement financial models and 13-week cash flow models
- Self-directed, highly motivated, able to learn and work independently in a fast-paced, challenging environment and manage a variety of transactions and projects simultaneously
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated team player and leader with a strong motivation to contribute to a positive team culture and experience in training junior professionals
- SIE, Series 63, and Series 79 licenses required at time of hiring or expected to be obtained shortly thereafter
This is a full-time position based in Chicago, IL. This is a hybrid role, consisting of both in-office and remote work. The targeted start date is immediate. Travel will be required at times. Compensation includes base salary, discretionary bonus commensurate with the industry, and full benefits (including health, dental, vision, flexible spending account, and 401k).
