Associate, Investment Banking – Consumer & Retail, New York City
Moelis & Company (“Moelis”) Open · verified Oct 22, 2026 At a glance
Junior Investment & Corporate Development role at Moelis & Company (“Moelis”). New York · full-time · $175,000–$225,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Build and check forecasts, valuation models and transaction scenarios, including discounted cash flow and comparable-company work
- Assess consumer and retail companies’ results, competitive position and growth prospects using research on buyers and market shifts
- Create client decks and deal materials that explain company positioning, sector changes and strategic options
- Help execute M&A and financing assignments by coordinating diligence, information gathering, documentation and contact with clients and advisors
- Develop origination ideas from research, while overseeing work quality and coaching Analysts
What you bring
- You have investment banking or equivalent experience, with exposure to corporate finance or M&A
- An undergraduate degree is required, preferably in finance, business, accounting or another listed discipline
- You bring strong modeling, accounting and valuation skills, plus advanced Excel and PowerPoint ability
Who this fits
This New York associate role suits someone ready to own transaction analysis and execution while guiding Analysts and working with senior bankers, clients and advisors. An MBA or a direct move from investment banking Analyst to Associate is preferred.
From the employer
We are passionate about our business and our culture, and are seeking individuals with that same drive.
About Moelis:
Moelis & Company (“Moelis”) is a leading global independent investment bank that provides innovative strategic advice and solutions to a diverse client base, including corporations, governments, and financial sponsors. The Firm assists its clients in achieving their strategic goals by offering comprehensive integrated financial advisory services across all major industry sectors. Moelis’s experienced professionals advise clients on their most critical decisions, including mergers and acquisitions, recapitalizations and restructurings, capital markets transactions, secondary transactions and primary fundraising, and other corporate finance matters. The Firm serves clients from locations across North and South America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific. For further information, please visit: www.moelis.com.
The Opportunity:
We are seeking an experienced Associate to join our Consumer & Retail team in New York. You will be a core member of transaction teams, taking ownership of financial analysis and execution work while helping senior bankers develop ideas and engage with clients. The group’s coverage includes apparel, food and beverage, health, beauty and wellness, home goods and retail, with a focus on how evolving consumer preferences and competitive dynamics shape companies’ strategic opportunities. You will translate company and sector research into valuation analyses, transaction materials and client presentations, while guiding Analysts and working directly with senior bankers, clients and other advisors.
To learn more about our recent work, please visit: recent transactions
Responsibilities:
- Build and review financial and valuation models, including operating forecasts, discounted cash flow, comparable company and precedent transaction analyses, and transaction scenarios.
- Analyze consumer and retail companies’ financial performance, competitive positioning and growth opportunities, incorporating research on consumer preferences and market dynamics into forecasts and valuation conclusions.
- Prepare client presentations, marketing materials and transaction analyses that clearly communicate company positioning, sector trends and strategic alternatives.
- Support M&A, financing and strategic advisory execution, including due diligence, data gathering, process coordination, documentation and communication with clients and external advisors.
- Research consumer and retail markets, companies, transaction activity and investor priorities, and turn those insights into actionable origination ideas.
- Own the accuracy and timeliness of analytical workstreams; direct, review and develop Analysts while coordinating effectively with senior bankers and other teams.
- Build relationships with management teams, financial sponsors and other industry participants through thoughtful analysis and responsive execution.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in Investment Banking, including corporate finance and/or Mergers & Acquisitions, or equivalent experience.
- Strong financial modeling, accounting and valuation skills, with advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
- Experience managing multiple workstreams, reviewing analytical output and guiding junior team members.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present analysis effectively to senior bankers, clients and external advisors.
- Strong attention to detail, sound judgment and intellectual curiosity, with the ability to prioritize competing workstreams and deliver accurate work within tight deadlines.
Education:
- Undergraduate degree required; a focus in finance, business, accounting, economics, mathematics, engineering or a related discipline preferred
Additional Qualifications:
- MBA or direct promotion from Analyst to Associate within investment banking preferred
Expected Salary Range:
- $175,000 - $225,000.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered for employment opportunities without regard to race, age, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), parental status, national origin, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, political affiliation, citizenship status, genetic information (including family medical history), disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and any other applicable law), or any other characteristic or status protected under any applicable US, state or other law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment and hiring, appraisal systems, promotions, and training.
We do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or staffing agencies. Any resume submitted (a) without the prior written approval from the Head of Recruiting or (b) to anyone at the Firm other than the Head of Recruiting will be deemed unsolicited. The Firm will not be obligated to pay any fee, commission, or other compensation in connection with any such submission, regardless of any prior communications or agency terms. Only agencies formally engaged by the Head of Recruiting for a specific search may submit candidates for consideration. Thank you for respecting our recruiting process.