Alari Search, LLC
Corporate Development / M&A Associate - $90k - $105k + 25% Bonus - REMOTE / HYBR
Alari Search, LLC, Cleveland, Ohio, us, 44101
Corporate Development / M&A Associate
We’re looking for a Corporate Development / M&A Associate ready to step into a fast‑moving M&A environment with genuine deal ownership and exposure from day one. The role sits at the center of live transaction execution—providing financial analysis, due diligence, and strategic insight while working hand‑in‑hand with managing directors, clients, and external partners.
Highlights
Salary $90,000 – $105,000 + bonus
Fully remote first 4‑5 months, hybrid thereafter (3:2 schedule)
Great benefits; room for growth and work‑life balance
Must live in Cleveland area
Key Responsibilities
Lead and support end‑to‑end Corporate Development and M&A transaction execution—both buy‑side and sell‑side mandates.
Develop complex financial models (DCF, LBO, accretion/dilution, merger models) and present analytical conclusions to senior leadership and clients.
Build and review pitch materials, CIMs, and management presentations with precision and clarity.
Oversee due diligence processes, data room organization, and coordination among multiple stakeholders.
Contribute to business development efforts by preparing tailored pitch decks and conducting market and industry research.
Work closely with senior bankers on live deals and pipeline development, gaining direct client exposure early.
Ideal Candidate Profile
Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, or a related discipline.
2–3+ years of experience in investment banking, private equity, corporate development, or transaction advisory with direct M&A execution exposure.
Demonstrated fluency in building full 3‑statement operating and valuation models from scratch.
Exceptional attention to detail, analytical rigor, and ability to communicate complex concepts clearly.
Self‑driven and entrepreneurial; thrives in a fast‑paced, meritocratic environment.
Seniority level Associate
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Analyst and Finance
Industries Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals and Investment Banking
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Highlights
Salary $90,000 – $105,000 + bonus
Fully remote first 4‑5 months, hybrid thereafter (3:2 schedule)
Great benefits; room for growth and work‑life balance
Must live in Cleveland area
Key Responsibilities
Lead and support end‑to‑end Corporate Development and M&A transaction execution—both buy‑side and sell‑side mandates.
Develop complex financial models (DCF, LBO, accretion/dilution, merger models) and present analytical conclusions to senior leadership and clients.
Build and review pitch materials, CIMs, and management presentations with precision and clarity.
Oversee due diligence processes, data room organization, and coordination among multiple stakeholders.
Contribute to business development efforts by preparing tailored pitch decks and conducting market and industry research.
Work closely with senior bankers on live deals and pipeline development, gaining direct client exposure early.
Ideal Candidate Profile
Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, or a related discipline.
2–3+ years of experience in investment banking, private equity, corporate development, or transaction advisory with direct M&A execution exposure.
Demonstrated fluency in building full 3‑statement operating and valuation models from scratch.
Exceptional attention to detail, analytical rigor, and ability to communicate complex concepts clearly.
Self‑driven and entrepreneurial; thrives in a fast‑paced, meritocratic environment.
Seniority level Associate
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Analyst and Finance
Industries Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals and Investment Banking
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