Investment Banking Associate Job at Smith Arnold Partners, New York, NY

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  • Smith Arnold Partners
  • New York, NY

Job Description

We are partnering with a leading independent Investment Banking platform that is continuing to expand its Industrials franchise across North America and globally. This is an opportunity to join a highly respected, growth-oriented advisory platform with strong momentum across Industrial Services, Building Products, Infrastructure Services, Construction & Engineering, Business Services, Distribution, Industrial Technology, Aerospace & Defense, Government Services, and the broader Industrials ecosystem. The team advises founder-owned businesses, private equity-backed companies, family-owned enterprises, and public corporations on strategic M&A and capital advisory assignments. The group has developed a strong reputation across Industrial Services, Facility Services, Infrastructure & Utility Services, Distribution, Building Products & Materials, Environmental Services, Engineering Services, Transportation & Logistics, Industrial Technology, and the Built Environment sector.Led by seasoned senior bankers with decades of transaction experience, the team is coming off a record-breaking year and continues to invest heavily in growth. They are seeking high-performing Associates who want meaningful responsibility, direct client exposure, and the opportunity to work on complex, high-profile transactions within a premier Industrials platform.What are people saying about this company?

  • Lean deal teams provide significant exposure to senior bankers and clients
  • Cannot find a better M&A team around
  • Strong culture of mentorship, collaboration, and entrepreneurial thinking
  • Opportunity to work on complex transactions for large-cap and sponsor-backed businesses
  • Associates are given real responsibility early and play a key role throughout the deal processTitle: Industrials Investment Banking – Associate
Salary: $175,000 – $225,000 + Bonus Location: New York, NYResponsibilities:• Support day-to-day execution of M&A and capital advisory transactions across the Industrials sector
  • Assist in managing sell-side and buy-side M&A processes from initial marketing through closing
  • Build and maintain detailed financial models including valuation analyses, merger models, LBO analyses, and operating models
  • Prepare client materials including pitch books, management presentations, confidential information memoranda, board presentations, and transaction marketing materials
  • Conduct industry research and analyze market dynamics, valuation trends, transaction activity, and competitive positioning across Industrials sectors
  • Coordinate due diligence processes with clients, buyers, investors, legal counsel, accounting firms, and other third-party advisors
  • Work directly alongside MDs, Directors, Vice Presidents, and clients on strategic engagements
  • Develop deep sector knowledge across Industrial Services, Building Products, Infrastructure Services, Construction Services, and related Industrials verticals
  • Assist in preparing strategic analyses related to growth initiatives, capital structure decisions, and portfolio optimization opportunities
  • Monitor broader macroeconomic and industrial market trends impacting clients and deal activity
  • Help support origination efforts through company research, market mapping, pitch preparation, and strategic outreach initiatives
  • Mentor and help develop Analysts while contributing to a collaborative team-oriented environment
  • Manage multiple live projects simultaneously in a fast-paced transaction environmentRequirements:• BA/BS in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field
  • MBA is a plus but not required
  • 2–5 years of relevant experience within Investment Banking or Corporate Advisory
  • Prior Industrials, Industrial Services, Building Products, Infrastructure Services, Business Services, or related sector experience strongly preferred
  • Strong M&A transaction experience across buy-side and sell-side engagements preferred
  • Strong understanding of corporate finance, valuation methodologies, accounting, and financial statement analysis
  • Advanced financial modeling and analytical capabilities
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, high-performance culture
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and tight deadlines simultaneously
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively within lean deal teams
  • FINRA licenses including Series 79 and 63 preferred
  • Open to travel as required by clients and transaction activity
  • Enthusiasm for Industrials, Industrial Services, Building Products, Infrastructure, Construction Services, or the broader Built Environment sector is highly valued
This is an opportunity to join a rapidly growing Industrials franchise where Associates are given meaningful responsibility, direct exposure to senior bankers and clients, and the opportunity to accelerate their career trajectory while working on complex, high-impact M&A transactions across the middle market.

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