Overview of RoleThis Associate level role will be for the Real Estate team in New York providing Mergers & Acquisitions, Restructuring and Debt and Equity Capital Markets advisory work across a number of industries. It plays a critical role in helping the firm achieve its objective to be the most successful independent advisory investment bank in the world. Given the global nature of our firm and broad reach of our M&A practice, this role will involve working collaboratively with colleagues in the North American industry coverage teams and other colleagues globally on international / cross-border projects.
Responsibilities- Participate in execution of live deals in Real Estate which may include sell-side M&A, buy-side M&A, spin-offs, split-offs/carve-outs, LBOs, Debt Advisory and Equity Advisory with significant cross-border emphasis
- Oversee analysts and perform financial modelling, valuation, comparable and relative value analyses and market-specific analysis, including three-statement integrated financial models and relevant valuation outputs/sensitivities
- Undertake broad range of corporate finance transactions for reviewing strategic alternatives, acquisitions, mergers and equity and debt capital market's events
- Assist in preparation of client pitches and marketing materials including acquisitions, disposals, mergers, refinancing and equity capital market alternatives, as well as associated internal documentation through coordination with internal and external resources
- Conduct extensive quantitative and qualitative economic, industry and company research and analysis
- Managing analysts and overseeing various work streams including detailed review and checking of work
- Adhere to all compliance regulations and confidentiality policies
- Contribute to Rothschild & Co's unique firm culture, and recruiting, training and development efforts
Education and Qualifications- Bachelor's Degree in finance (or similar) from a leading academic institution.
- MBA or equivalent graduate degree in Finance with prior experience, preferred
Experience, Skills and Competencies Required- Prior experience within a top tier corporate finance adviser/investment bank in M&A required
- Prior Real Estate M&A experience at an advisory firm or investment bank preferred
- Proven quantitative and analytical skills to develop corporate financial models and valuations with a deep understanding of financial statement analysis
- Ability to provide direction and leadership in order to build a strong team environment and to build effective relationships between individuals, teams and lines of business, across different geographies
- Ability to build long-term, professional relationships that add value to the client and lead to the expansion of the business
- Well organized, detailed and the ability to simultaneously manage several projects in an extremely fast paced environment in order to meet critical deadlines
- Knowledge of the relevant financial and regulatory environments that surrounds M&A
- Exceptional analytical, quantitative and communication skills
- Team player, capable of working in cross-border deal teams
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, PowerPoint and Excel)
Expected base salary rates for this role in our New York Office will be between $175,000 and $225,000 per year at the commencement of employment. However, salary offers are determined on an individualized basis and are based on a wide range of factors, including relevant skills, training, experience and education. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and our Rothschild & Co employee benefits package, successful candidates may be eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.
