Investment Banking Associate

Managing Consultant - US Investment Banking & PE at Pearse Partners

Pearse Partners has partnered with a middle‑market M&A advisory firm seeking to expand its team in Michigan with an associate hire, driven by repeat mandates from private‑equity sponsors and acquisitive corporates, and a strong proprietary pipeline.

• Execute M&A mandates: market mapping, target screening, outreach, and pipeline management from first contact through NDA, IOI/LOI, diligence and close
• Build and own operating models, valuation/returns cases, and concise target briefs for sponsor and corporate clients
• Prepare client‑ready materials (teasers, profiles, IC decks) and coordinate cross‑functional due diligence (financial, commercial, legal, operational)
• Run day‑to‑day communications with founder/owner operators, lenders and advisors; track progress rigorously in CRM
• Support senior bankers in thesis development and relationship management with PE funds and portfolio companies

• 2–5 years in Investment Banking (M&A/coverage) or Transaction Services/Deals with strong execution experience
• Proven financial modelling and valuation skills; comfort taking ownership in lean teams
• Confidence speaking with owner‑managed businesses; clear, concise written materials
• Nice to have: exposure to buy‑side/PE sponsor work, corporate development, or proprietary origination
• To discuss this opportunity confidentially, please message me directly with your resume and a brief deal summary highlighting buy‑side or owner‑led processes.