Analyst - Industrials
Lazard
$120,000 - $125,000 / year
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Description
Lazard is one of the world’s preeminent financial advisory and asset management firms. Our people and culture make the difference. While global in presence and reach, ours is a close, collaborative community of just over 3,000 professionals. Lazard is a place of continuous knowledge sharing, skill development and relationship building, where professionals grow and succeed together. Our entrepreneurial culture, flat structure and embrace of individual differences, allow creative ideas, original concepts, and unique perspectives to drive our business forward — and for careers to take flight.
Through our financial advisory business, Lazard advises clients around the world on strategic and financial matters including mergers and acquisitions, restructurings, capital structure and capital raising. Our client relationships are built on trust and discretion. As the world’s largest advisory-focused firm, we have exceptional depth of expertise across industry sectors and geographies. We value the rich diversity that comes from blending local perspective with our global network.
Lazard is seeking an M&A Analyst to join the Industrials team in Minneapolis. The position offers an outstanding career opportunity in investment banking with a highly successful team specializing in middle market mergers and acquisitions. In Lazard’s Industrials Group, our Analysts work in a generalist capacity spanning the following verticals: Industrial Technology & Equipment, Industrial & Commercial Services, Building Products & Materials, Transportation & Logistics and Chemicals.
We’ll trust you to:
- Analyze client financial and performance information
- Run financial models and conduct analysis
- Perform company and industry research
- Assist in the preparation of client presentations and marketing materials
- Interact with senior bankers and clients
You’ll need to have:
- At least one year of full-time experience in an investment banking, consulting, valuation or equivalent role
- Strong analytical skills with training in the building of presentation materials and financial modelling
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Proven academic excellence with precise attention to detail and high standards of accuracy
- Team player mindset; ability to work as part of a close-knit team
- Strong ability to multi-task
- High level of responsiveness with a strong work ethic and commitment to maintaining a high-quality work product
What we offer
We strive to enhance the total health and well-being of our employees through comprehensive, competitive benefits. Our goal is to offer a highly individualized employee experience that enables you to balance your commitments to career, family, and community. When you work for Lazard, you are working for an organization that cares about your unique talents and passions, and will continue to invest in the development of your career.
We expect the base salary range for this role to be approximately $120,000 - $125,000 USD. Various factors contribute to determining the actual base compensation offered, including but not limited to the applicant’s years of relevant experience, career tenure, qualifications, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and relevant skills for the role. Base salary is one component of Lazard Financial Advisory’s compensation package, which also includes comprehensive benefits and may include incentive compensation.
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Representation at Lazard
Lazard is an intellectual capital business committed to delivering the best advice and solutions to clients. To achieve these objectives, we focus on attracting, developing and retaining the best talent. We believe that a workforce comprised of people who represent a wide array of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives creates a rich variety of thought that empowers us to challenge conventional wisdom, solve problems creatively and make better decisions.
Lazard was built on the premise that a multicultural firm can best serve a global clientele. As a global firm that has grown organically from local roots in different countries, we have a deep tradition of respecting and appreciating individual differences. Doing so has been core to our success for over 175 years. We are committed to sustaining an environment where every colleague is supported in their professional pursuits, can maximize their individual potential and contribute to our collective success. #LI-EF1
About this role
Lazard's Industrials team in Minneapolis is hiring an M&A Analyst to support middle-market advisory work across five industry verticals: Industrial Technology & Equipment, Industrial & Commercial Services, Building Products & Materials, Transportation & Logistics, and Chemicals. You'll work as a generalist analyst, building financial models, analyzing client performance data, conducting industry research, and helping prepare presentations and marketing materials alongside senior bankers and clients. This is a full-time, in-office role suited for someone with at least one year of prior experience in investment banking, consulting, valuation, or a similar analytical field.
The position calls for strong financial modeling and presentation skills, excellent written and verbal communication, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. You'll need proven attention to detail, academic rigor, and the capacity to work effectively within a close-knit team. The base salary is $120,000–$125,000, with compensation also including benefits and potential incentive pay. Lazard emphasizes career development and a collaborative culture where individual perspectives are valued, making this a solid entry point into advisory-focused investment banking if you're ready for the demands of the role.
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