Investment Banking Senior Associate - Consumer

About the Role:

Blacklock Group is partnering with a leading independent investment bank to identify a Senior Associate for its Consumer M&A team in New York City. The platform is known for advising on high-profile, complex transactions across the consumer landscape, offering exposure to a diverse set of clients including corporates, sponsors, and founder-led businesses.

This is an opportunity to take on a leadership role within a lean, high-performing team, with significant responsibility across both execution and client engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead all aspects of M&A deal execution, including advanced financial modeling, valuation analysis, and due diligence
• Oversee the preparation of client presentations, pitch materials, and transaction documentation
• Manage deal processes end-to-end, coordinating with internal teams and external advisors

Client Engagement:

• Serve as a key point of contact for clients alongside senior bankers, supporting relationship management and strategic discussions
• Participate actively in client meetings and presentations

Market & Industry Analysis:

• Conduct and oversee detailed industry research, competitive benchmarking, and market analysis within the consumer sector
• Drive development of strategic insights and transaction positioning

Team Leadership:

• Supervise and mentor analysts and junior associates, ensuring high-quality output and efficient execution
• Play a key role in managing workflow, prioritization, and team development

Qualifications:

• 4–6 years of experience in investment banking, M&A advisory, or private equity, with consumer sector exposure preferred
• Advanced financial modeling and valuation expertise (DCF, comparable companies, precedent transactions)
• Strong understanding of the full M&A lifecycle and complex deal structuring
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills, with the ability to engage effectively with senior stakeholders
• Proven leadership ability and experience managing junior team members
• Highly detail-oriented, driven, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, high-performance environment