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This role is ideal for an early-career professional with 1-3 years of experience in investment banking, transaction advisory, corporate development, private equity, public accounting or consulting who wants broader, hands-on exposure to the full M&A lifecycle, from origination through close. This role reports to the Director, Corporate Development.\nMarket Research & Target Identification\nConduct proprietary research and leverage secondary research to identify potential acquisition targets across defined capabilities, industries and geographies.\nBuild and maintain target lists using databases, industry reports and other research tools.\nProactive Outreach\nDraft outreach emails and messages to prospective companies.\nSupport coordination of initial calls and meetings with targets.\nFinancial Analysis & Modeling\nBuild, update and maintain financial models and other quantitative analyses under the guidance of senior team members.\nPrepare summary profiles of target companies, including financial metrics, strategic fit, benefits and risks.\nSupport valuation and transaction evaluation work.\nTransaction Support & Due Diligence\nSupport cross-functional due diligence by coordinating requests, tracking workstreams and organizing findings.\nOrganize and manage virtual data rooms and diligence request lists.\nHelp draft investment theses and summarize diligence findings for leadership review.\nAssist with transaction materials, including offer documents, process trackers and internal approval documents.\nSupport closing activities and early integration planning.\nData Management & Reporting\nTrack outreach activity, deal status and responses in Salesforce CRM.\nMaintain accurate records of company profiles, contact details and engagement status.\nSupport preparation of pipeline reporting.\nStrategy & Market Insights\nMonitor industry trends and the competitive landscape.\nSupport strategic planning and other growth initiatives through research, data gathering and analysis.\nCollaboration\nWork closely with senior team members and firm leadership to refine sourcing strategies and advance active opportunities.\nPartner with service line leaders and functional teams, such as IT, People & Culture and Finance, to support diligence and integration.\nPerform other duties as assigned.\nWho You Are\nQualifications\nBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics or a related field.\n1-3 years of experience in an analytical environment, such as investment banking, transaction advisory, corporate development, private equity, public accounting or consulting.\nWorking knowledge of fundamental finance and accounting concepts, with exposure to financial modeling and valuation.\nAdvanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills.\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to organize and process large amounts of data from multiple sources.\nDetail-oriented and organized, able to manage multiple priorities on short deadlines, and willing to learn and take feedback.\nDemonstrated ability to handle highly confidential and sensitive information with discretion.\nPrior exposure to the M&A lifecycle is a plus.\nExperience working in Salesforce CRM is a plus.\nAbility to travel as needed.\nWhat You'll Gain\nDirect exposure to firm leadership on live acquisitions, with visibility into how deals are sourced, evaluated, negotiated and closed.\nClose mentorship from experienced M&A professionals, with the opportunity to take on increasing responsibility.\nPractical skills in research, financial analysis, outreach, due diligence and pipeline management that translate across finance and strategy roles.\nWho We Are\n#LifeatCohen\nSure, we like numbers. (But we’ll never treat you like one.)\nAt Cohen & Co our foundational principles offer insight into how we achieve an inclusive, growth-oriented culture that fuels the success of our firm, our clients and our people. In particular, we honor our foundational principle of “great people first” by:\nChampioning the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion by embracing the unique stories, backgrounds, perspectives and ideas that come from our people; and \nOffering a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package, which allows each employee to use the benefits that best suits their needs. Our offerings go beyond standard options, including time off outside of your standard PTO to give back to the community, annual discretionary merit increases and bonuses, talent development resources to tap into growth opportunities, and so much more!\nLearn More About Us!\nDiscover our Passion, Purpose & Expertise\nLearn more about our Firm's culture\nEstimated Base Range: $75,000 - 95,000*Base compensation offered to candidates are determined based on factors such as candidate's relevant skillset, experience, licensure, and certifications, as well as job responsibilities, geography, market considerations, and organizational needs. At Cohen & Co, we don't stop at setting ourselves apart by offering competitive base compensation. As part of our 'great people first' foundational principle, our firm offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that allows each employee to design a package that best suits their needs and goes beyond standard options, including time off outside of your standard PTO to recharge and give back to the community, annual discretionary merit increases and bonuses, talent development resources to tap into growth opportunities.\nWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity of thought and background to build an inclusive and energized culture and better meet the needs of our clients.\nAgency recruiters may not submit unsolicited candidate information or resumes to any Cohen & Co employee without a recruiting services contract first being entered into with the Cohen & Co Talent Acquisition Team; see policyhere 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