Investment Banking M&A Deal Originator
Digital nomads. Work from anywhereCompany: MergersCorp
Company Description MergersCorp™ is a global advisory firm specializing in investment banking, cross-border mergers and acquisitions, and corporate finance solutions for clients across multiple industries. The firm focuses on lower-middle and middle-market businesses, supporting the full transaction lifecycle from deal origination and financial modeling to execution. Its team of 110+ professionals in 23 countries includes experienced M&A advisors, investment bankers, legal experts, business brokers, and operating executives. With hundreds of completed transactions and a sell-side mandate portfolio exceeding $10 billion USD, MergersCorp™ offers candidates the opportunity to work in a dynamic, performance-driven environment with international exposure. Professionals joining the firm are part of a collaborative culture that emphasizes expertise, client service, and measurable outcomes.
Role Description The Investment Banking M&A Deal Originator will focus on identifying, sourcing, and qualifying potential M&A opportunities in target markets and sectors. Day-to-day activities include building and managing a pipeline of prospective clients, conducting preliminary financial and strategic assessments, and coordinating introductory discussions between potential sellers, buyers, and internal deal teams. The role involves close collaboration with investment bankers and advisors to refine opportunities, support pitch development, and prepare high-level materials for prospective transactions. This is a remote contract role, requiring proactive outreach, relationship development with business owners and intermediaries, and regular reporting on deal origination activity and market intelligence.
Qualifications
* Strong Analytical Skills to evaluate businesses, markets, and transaction opportunities.
* Proficiency in Financial Modeling and Finance to support preliminary valuations and deal assessments.
* Knowledge of Investments and M&A structures to understand buyer and seller objectives.
* Experience in Due Diligence processes, including gathering and reviewing financial and operational information.
* Background in investment banking, corporate finance, private equity, or related fields.
* Demonstrated ability to originate deals through networking, direct outreach, and relationship management.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with senior executives and business owners.
* Comfort working in a remote, results-oriented environment, with strong self-management and organizational skills.
* Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related discipline; advanced qualifications (e.g., MBA, CFA) are an advantage.
* International experience or familiarity with cross-border transactions is beneficial.