Associate, Services - Investment Banking

Impact You’ll Make

Stout is looking for an experienced Associate to join its Investment Banking team with a focus on Services. This role will support the execution of middle‑market transactions, including mergers and acquisitions (M&A), capital raising, employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs), and special situations. The Associate will play an active role in advancing the firm’s M&A and Capital Markets advisory work by partnering with senior bankers, supporting client coverage and business development, and helping manage key aspects of the deal process.

This position offers an opportunity to gain meaningful transaction experience and contribute to a high‑performing team serving companies across the business services sector.

• Collaborate closely with senior bankers to drive business development efforts, including client coverage, prospecting, program management, and transaction execution.
• Lead the evaluation, origination, and execution of deals across diverse assignments, with a focus on the defense and government services markets.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, primarily through the delivery of high‑quality transaction execution and advisory services.
• Oversee all phases of transaction execution, including coordinating internal teams, engaging stakeholders, and shaping advisory strategies and product solutions.
• Mentor and manage junior team members (analysts and interns) to ensure timely delivery of high‑quality engagement deliverables.
• Manage advanced financial modeling, pitch materials, and deal processes while maintaining clear and effective client communication.

• 3+ years of overall professional experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and other Office applications.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to perform effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Positive, team‑oriented mindset and strong sense of accountability.
• Entrepreneurial drive with a commitment to excellence.
• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships.
• Excellent responsiveness and intellectual curiosity.
• Advanced analytical, quantitative, and sell‑side transaction process knowledge.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, including mentoring and developing junior team members while managing senior‑level relationships.

• Cultivate a positive, team‑oriented approach that fosters collaboration.
• Demonstrate accountability and reliability by consistently delivering high‑quality results.
• 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.
• 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.

• Comprehensive total rewards program with competitive compensation, benefits, and wellness options tailored to support employees at every stage of life.
• Cultivation of a culture of inclusion, respect, and diversity, with leadership committed to belonging across the organization and in the communities we serve.
• Opportunities for professional growth through ongoing training, mentorship, employee resource groups, and clear performance feedback.
• Flexible work schedules and a discretionary time‑off policy to promote work‑life balance.
• Access to additional resources and support for wellness and career development.

Stout is required by applicable state and local laws to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The range for this role is $145,000 – $175,000 annual, based on prior experience, education, and unique skills. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role; compensation decisions are dependent on facts and circumstances of each case.

This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan.

Stout is an Equal Employment Opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of valid job requirements, qualifications and merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal law.