Buy-Side Analyst - Mergers & Acquisitions

Are you ready to accelerate your career in mergers and acquisitions with a fast-paced, growth-oriented investment bank? At Copper Run, we’re adding a full-time Buy-Side M&A Analyst to our Cleveland office to support the execution of buy-side engagements across a wide range of industries. You'll work side-by-side with seasoned dealmakers, clients, and company leadership to help deliver outstanding outcomes in the middle market.This is more than just a back-office role—it's a front-row seat to the deal process, from sourcing through close.What We’re Looking ForWe want someone who’s:Driven to make an impactOrganized and thrives on juggling multiple prioritiesCurious about businesses and transactionsComfortable communicating with CEOs, private equity firms, and everyone in betweenIf you’re someone who takes initiative, works well under pressure, and loves the thrill of chasing a deal, you’ll fit right in.What You’ll DoYou’ll play a key role in supporting your deal team across all phases of the M&A lifecycle:Conduct market and industry research to support M&A strategy and explore potential acquisition targetsResearch and evaluate acquisition targets that fit within the scope of the client’s acquisition strategyConduct direct outreach including calls, emails, and mail to generate deal conversations with executives and senior leadershipInput, maintain, and update target and prospect data within the CRM system to ensure accuracy and completenessDevelop compelling marketing materials (letters, teasers, pitch decks etc.)Participate in introductory conversations with business owners and clients, capturing key details, needs, and goalsInitiate, manage, and organize financial and organizational diligence itemsAnalyze and interpret financial statementsRespond to client and target inquiries with professionalism and urgencyAssist in training and guiding internsWhat We OfferCompetitive base salary based on experienceLucrative incentive bonus potentialComprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), disability, and life insuranceFlexible Time Off (FTO) to recharge when you need itDaily lunch provided (yes, every day)Casual-but-professional atmosphere where hard work and personality both matterOngoing training and hands-on deal experience from day oneWhat You BringBachelor’s degree in business administration, business analytics, finance, accounting, economics, or related field1–3 years of M&A, consulting, public accounting, or finance experienceStrong communication skills, including comfort with outbound callsHigh attention to detail and organizational abilityProficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word (plus an eagerness to master new tools)Experience working with CRM platformsAbility to prioritize, multitask, and work well under deadlinesStrong team player mentality—collaborative and positiveMust be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship, now or in the futureReady to roll up your sleeves and help clients achieve extraordinary outcomes?Apply today and take the next big step in your M&A career at Copper Run.EEO STATEMENT (Equal Employment Opportunity)Copper Run is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome all applicants and evaluate each on the basis of job qualification. We do not consider race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, status as a covered veteran, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. This policy shall apply to all phases of the employment relationship including hiring, upgrading, promoting, disciplining, transferring, reducing in force, terminating, and compensating personnel. Furthermore, CR will provide reasonable accommodation. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17