Energy Investment Banking Associate – Hybrid

About the Firm:

We are working with a highly specialized national middle market Investment Bank with deep roots in the Industrials sector. The firm has built a reputation for excellence in M&A advisory across multiple Industrials sub-verticals and is growing its execution team to support a strong pipeline of ongoing and upcoming mandates.
Known for its entrepreneurial culture, flexibility, and top-of-market core Industrials sector, the firm offers an exceptional platform for Associates looking to deepen their M&A experience while working closely with seasoned MDs and VPs in a collaborative and fast-paced growth platform environment. This firm is uniquely positioned in the market to be home to some of the best, talented and highly driven Industrials Investment Bankers in the country, they are poised to continue to take market share as they have been aggressively building out their national presence.

Role Overview:
As an Investment Banking Associate, you will play a key role in the execution of M&A transactions within the Industrials sector, supporting senior bankers on active mandates and business development initiatives. You will take ownership of core execution workstreams, mentor Analysts and junior ASO level colleagues, and help strengthen the firm’s market presence in targeted Industrials sub-sectors, including Chemicals, Industrial Services, Distributions, Industrial Technology and related Industrials segments.

Title: Industrials Investment Banking – Associate
Location: Denver, CO (Hybrid)
Salary: $125,000 – $150,000 + Bonus
Firm: National Middle Market Investment Banking Platform, boutique Industrials shop
Group Focus: Industrials – including Infra, Utilities, Industrial Services, Chemicals, and adjacent subsectors

Key Responsibilities:
• Support senior bankers in the execution of buy-side and (primarily) sell-side M&A transactions across the Industrials sector.
• Build and maintain detailed financial models, including LBO, DCF, and comparable company analyses.
• Prepare high-quality client presentations, management presentations, confidential information memoranda (CIMs), and pitch materials.
• Assist with due diligence processes, data room management, and coordination with client management and counterparties.
• Conduct industry research, analyze trends, and track key developments across relevant subsectors.
• Participate in client meetings, calls, and communications with potential buyers/investors.
• Contribute to origination efforts, including research, prospecting, and pitch preparation.
• Work closely with Analysts and provide guidance where needed to ensure product quality.

Qualifications:
• 3–5 years of Investment Banking experience, preferably with a focus in Industrials or related verticals.
• Will consider Buy side and or Consulting experience in the P&U and Infrastructure sectors or any Industrials segments
• Bachelor’s and or MBA is preferred
• Strong transaction execution experience; M&A deal experience is required (sell-side exposure strongly preferred).
• Exceptional modeling, analytical, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and financial databases.
• Series 79 and 63 licenses preferred (or willingness to obtain shortly after joining).
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.