Associate - Technology

Lazard is one of the world's leading financial advisory and asset management firms. Our people make the difference. With just over 3,000 employees, our tight-knit community allows for professionals eager to learn and willing to teach to connect and grow together. We believe that diversity, equity, inclusion, and allyship are not just business imperatives - they are central pillars of our employee experience. Our entrepreneurial culture and flat structure allow creative ideas and original concepts 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.

The San Francisco Technology Investment Banking Group has a significant presence across all major technology sub-sectors.

We'll trust you to:

• Develop and maintain complex financial models to evaluate transactions and other strategic decision making

• Assist in the execution of M&A, capital raising, and other advisory transactions, including due diligence, document preparation, and coordination with clients and other stakeholders

• Conduct comprehensive research on industries, companies, and market trends to support advisory services and inform strategic recommendations

• Mentor and train junior analysts, providing guidance on financial modeling, research, and best practices in investment banking

You'll need to have:

• Three years of investment banking experience at the Analyst level or one or two years of investment banking experience at the Associate level, preferably covering the Technology sector; M&A attorneys, Valuation/Transaction Services professionals or consultants with at least 2 years of experience will also be considered

• Strong financial modeling skills and quantitative background coupled with meticulous attention to detail

• Excellent verbal/written communication skills with ability to manage a variety of transactions and projects simultaneously

• Demonstrated leadership skills and be a team player with a strong motivation to contribute to a positive team culture

• Ability to effectively lead Analysts and provide training and guidance

• Top performance with comfort operating in a fast-paced environment that values initiative, creativity, maturity, and poise

• Bachelor's degree required; an MBA and/or JD would be an asset

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 $185,000 - $250,000 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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Inclusion at Lazard

Lazard is an intellectual capital business focused on delivering the best advice and solutions to clients. Achieving these objectives requires us to identify, develop and retain the best talent. A workforce comprised of people with varied backgrounds and experiences creates a rich diversity of thought that empowers us to challenge conventional wisdom, as diverse perspectives lead to better decisions.

Our appreciation of diversity's strength is ingrained in our multicultural heritage. As a global firm that has grown organically from local roots in different countries, we have a deep tradition of respect for individual differences, which has been core to our success for 175 years.

The ongoing cultivation of an inclusive culture are essential to our continued growth. We are committed to sustaining an environment in which all employees - regardless of socioeconomic status, race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical abilities, veteran or military status - can maximize their individual potential, as well as our collective success. #LI-EF1