Investment Banking Associate

FMI Corporation is seeking a first-year Investment Banking Associate to join FMI Capital Advisors, our registered broker/dealer and investment banking group, within our Contractors & Construction Services team in Raleigh, North Carolina. Our team specializes in serving construction and service firms across the commercial, industrial and civil markets. We advise building, specialty trade and industrial contractors, heavy civil and infrastructure companies, and construction managers on M&A and other strategic transactions.

In this role, you will work as part of our Contractors & Construction Services deal team, supporting multiple M&A transactions and managing day-to-day transaction components. The ideal candidate will thrive in our highly collaborative culture, which values initiative and offers significant opportunities for personal and professional growth.

This full-time position requires 10% to 20% travel and is based in FMI’s headquarters office in downtown Raleigh, North Carolina.

*All applicants for employment must be legally authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.

Responsibilities

• Business development support for Managing Directors/Directors/Vice Presidents, including prospecting and pitch participation.
• Contribute to M&A deal execution – own models, material preparation, diligence, documentation and closing aspects.
• Mentor and manage Analysts on each engagement, reviewing their financial models, pitch materials, and client presentations for accuracy and strategic relevance.
• Develop and maintain complex financial models, including DCF, LBO and merger models, to support valuation and transacting structuring.
• Develop sector expertise and market presence in Energy Transition, including attending industry events and authoring thought-leadership articles.
• Contribute to client relationships by participating in meetings, preparing presentation materials, and communicating updates and analyses clearly and professionally.
• Coordinate due diligence efforts by liaising with clients, attorneys, accountants, and other stakeholders throughout transaction lifecycle.