Mergers & Acquisitions Advisor

Location: Nationwide
Employment Type: Independent Contractor (1099)

About Calder Capital:
Calder Capital is a leading M&A firm specializing in business valuation, exit planning advisory, and sell-side and buy-side investment banking services for companies valued between $1M and $100M. With a strong track record of successful transactions across over 20 states, our centralized team in Grand Rapids, MI, supports clients nationwide. We are expanding and seeking motivated, skilled professionals to join our team.

Role Overview:
As a Mergers & Acquisitions Advisor, you will guide clients through the complexities of M&A transactions. This role requires exceptional interpersonal skills, strategic thinking, and a passion for deal-making. Advisors are entrusted with building strong client relationships, managing transactions from inception to close, and maintaining the highest level of professionalism and confidentiality.

Key Responsibilities:

Sell-Side Advisory:

• Engage with and qualify buyers for assigned projects, using provided tools and training to maximize efficiency.
• Build trust-based relationships with sellers, ensuring their objectives are understood and achieved.
• Manage deal structuring, negotiations, and transaction processes to drive successful outcomes.
• Maintain and communicate detailed notes on buyer interactions to ensure seamless communication and follow-up.
• Demonstrate resilience and creativity to overcome roadblocks and keep deals on track.

Buy-Side Advisory:

• Participate in calls and site visits with clients and prospective targets.
• Review and direct valuation reports and draft offers (IOIs/LOIs) with the buy-side team.
• Provide deal structuring advice, negotiate on behalf of clients, and support financing efforts.
• Guide clients through due diligence and closing.

What You Will Not Be Expected to Do:

• Source new buyers or sellers, although this is appreciated and can greatly expedite becoming accustomed to the industry.
• Conduct initial financial analysis or create marketing materials.
• Research buyer lists.
• Participate or manage project marketing or administrative tasks such as filing NDAs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in M&A, investment banking, financial advisory, business brokerage, or commercial banking.
• Strong financial and analytical skills, including proficiency in valuation methods and due diligence processes.
• Excellent communication and relationship management abilities.
• A results-driven mindset, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience with strategic deal structuring and negotiation is highly preferred.

Why Join Calder Capital?

• Be part of a nationally recognized, high-performing team.
• Work with a diverse client base across industries and geographies.
• The support of robust marketing and CRM automation tools to streamline an intense marketing effort and enhance buyer/seller engagement.
• Enjoy the flexibility and autonomy of an independent contractor role, while being fully supported by Calder’s centralized resources.

Locations:
We are hiring advisors nationwide, with a particular focus on Metro Detroit, Milwaukee, and Cincinnati. Note: We are not hiring advisors for West Michigan at this time.