Analyst, Industrials Investment Banking

At Stout, we’re dedicated to exceeding expectations in all we do – we call it Relentless Excellence ®. Both our client service and culture are second to none, stemming from our firmwide embrace of our core values: Positive and Team-Oriented, Accountable, Committed, Relationship-Focused, Super-Responsive, and being Great communicators. Sound like a place you can grow and succeed? Read on to learn more about an exciting opportunity to join our team.

Analysts in the Investment Banking group at Stout are actively involved in the day-to-day transaction execution of middle-market mergers and acquisitions, capital raises, and special situation mandates. Analysts play integral roles in deal teams and are critical to the successful execution of all live deals and prospective assignments. Stout is committed to providing Analysts with invaluable transaction experience across a number of product areas and industry groups with an emphasis on career development through a collaborative working environment.  

Stout is committed to providing its employees with an exciting career opportunity as well as competitive compensation and benefit packages.  

Responsibilities:  

• Develop detailed financial models (e.g., three statement operating models)  
• Coordinate and perform business due diligence on clients and prospects  
• Identify potential strategic and financial buyers for sell-side transactions, and possible lenders for capital raise  
• Conduct comprehensive valuation exercises of companies and business units
• Build relationships and maintain direct contact with clients, prospective clients, buyers, lenders, and other stakeholders  

Requirements:  

• At least 1 year of relevant experience in investment banking, private equity, or financial analysis  
• Exceptional academic credentials from a top-tier university  
• Highly proficient in Excel, Microsoft Office, Word, & PowerPoint  
• Ability to think critically and must possess excellent written and oral communications skills  
• Strong transaction process orientation  
• Highly proficient financial analysis and modeling skills with an emphasis on attention to detail  
• Self-starter willing to work in an entrepreneurial, demanding, and fast-paced environment  
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of intimate deal teams

Why Stout?
At Stout, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards program with competitive compensation, benefits, and wellness options tailored to support employees at every stage of life.

We foster a culture of inclusion and respect, embracing diverse perspectives and experiences to drive innovation and success. Our leadership is committed to inclusion and belonging across the organization and in the communities we serve.

We invest in professional growth through ongoing training, mentorship, employee resource groups, and clear performance feedback, ensuring our employees are supported in achieving their career goals.

Stout provides flexible work schedules and a discretionary time off policy to promote work-life balance and help employees lead fulfilling lives.

Learn more about our benefits and commitment to your success.

https://www.stout.com/en/careers/benefits

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.

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. 

Interested in joining a rapidly growing group of bright, ambitious professionals in a work environment that values culture, inclusion, and personal growth? Stout might just be the right place for you.