2026 Associate I Mergers & Acquisitions (Atlanta, GA)

Citizens • Atlanta, GA • 14h ago

Description

Start Date: June 2026

Citizens is seeking an Investment Banking Associate for our Atlanta office. The associate will work closely with the team's junior and senior professionals preparing, analyzing, and executing banking related transactions, primarily within the U.S. middle market.

Our Associates are exposed to multiple industries within our core areas of focus. In addition to key execution responsibilities, Associates manage consistent deal flow and are a main point of contact for our clients. All Associates have significant exposure to senior bankers and are involved in all stages of a transaction; they are an integral part of delivery to our clients and prospects.

Primary responsibilities include:

Managing and assisting with the preparation of financial models and business valuations

Supporting junior and senior team members in developing new business ideas, pitch strategies, or transaction structuring scenarios (inclusive of equity, debt and/or M&A) to help the firm's corporate and sponsor clients achieve their financial and strategic objectives

Leading / participating in meetings with current and prospective clients

Conducting industry and company due diligence

Preparing and reviewing information memoranda and other transaction documents: draft key marketing and key transaction related documents

Preparing and reviewing pitch/business origination materials and other presentations: develop and review pitches and other presentations and be an integral part of the team in delivering these presentations

Assisting business development efforts

Qualifications, Education, Certifications and/or Other Professional Credentials

2+ years of work experience in investment banking, transaction advisory, or similar role.

Intelligent and resourceful

Professional / concise oral and written communication

Strong technical skills (knowledge of accounting, modeling, Excel, etc.)

Excellent attention to detail

Self-starter / intellectual curiosity

Strong work ethic / team player / high degree of humility, maturity, and integrity

Ability to work efficiently and to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment

Successfully complete video assessment within 4 days of receiving link. If not completed your application will be withdrawn from the process.

Please note that U.S. Immigration sponsorship or work visa is not available for this position and candidates must have permanent authorization to work in the U.S.

Hours & Work Schedule

Hours per Week: 40 +

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday

Some job boards have started using jobseeker-reported data to estimate salary ranges for roles. If you apply and qualify for this role, a recruiter will discuss accurate pay guidance.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Citizens, its parent, subsidiaries, and related companies (Citizens) provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, citizenship, physical or mental disability, perceived disability or history or record of a disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, genetic characteristic, marital or domestic partner status, victim of domestic violence, family status/parenthood, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy/childbirth/lactation, colleague's or a dependent's reproductive health decision making, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state and/or local laws. At Citizens, we are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that enables all colleagues to bring their best selves to work every day and everyone is expected to be treated with respect and professionalism. Employment decisions are based solely on merit, qualifications, performance and capability.

Why Work for Us

At Citizens, you'll find a customer-centric culture built around helping our customers and giving back to our local communities. When you join our team, you are part of a supportive and collaborative workforce, with access to training and tools to accelerate your potential and maximize your career growth

Background Check

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the candidate successfully passing a background check, which may include initial credit, motor vehicle record, public record, prior employment verification, and criminal background checks. Results of the background check are individually reviewed based upon legal requirements imposed by our regulators and with consideration of the nature and gravity of the background history and the job offered. Any offer of employment will include further information.

09/24/2025

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