Associate, Transaction Opinions at Duff & Phelps, LLC in Los Angeles, California

Job Description:

In a world of disruption and increasingly complex business challenges, our professionals bring truth into focus with the Kroll Lens. Our sharp analytical skills, paired with the latest technology, allow us to give our clients clarity-not just answers-in all areas of business. We embrace diverse backgrounds and global perspectives, and we cultivate diversity by respecting, including, and valuing one another. As part of One team, One Kroll, you'll contribute to a supportive and collaborative work environment that empowers you to excel.

Kroll' Transaction Opinions group analyzes transactions and provides independent opinions for boards of directors, special committees and private equity sponsors. We excel in developing and communicating complex financial analysis in a clear, concise and relevant manner to assist decision-makers in corporate finance transactions such as mergers, acquisitions, spin-offs, and leveraged recapitalizations. Our Associates receive world-class training, outstanding benefits, strong career progression, competitive salaries and relocation assistance when applicable.

At Kroll, your work will help deliver clarity to our clients' most complex governance, risk, and transparency challenges. Apply now to join One team, One Kroll.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Our Transaction Opinions group is seeking an Associate. As an Associate, you will be assigned to engagement teams covering a wide variety of transactions and given as much responsibility as your experience and capabilities permit. When you join our group, you will be responsible for:

• Discounted cash flow modeling and analysis of public company trading multiples and M&A transaction multiples
• Performing company, industry, market and competitor research and due diligence
• Creating board presentations summarizing the analysis and conclusions supporting the opinion being provided to the client
• Ensuring quality of client deliverables by having a strong attention to detail
• Mentoring and developing Analyst staff
• Assisting with business development activities such as pitches, white papers and industry coverage

• MBA with a concentration in Finance OR Bachelor's in Finance or Accounting with a minimum of 4 years' prior experience in business valuation, investment banking, leveraged finance, or similar
• Strong interest in corporate finance theory and securities analysis
• Eligibility for Series 79 and 63 licenses
• Proficient in MS Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Demonstrated experience with managing of day to day aspects of client relationships and projects
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills that help represent diverse communities
• Experience working with diverse teams

In order to be considered for a position, you must formally apply via careers.kroll.com.

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