Corporate Development / M&A Associate - $90k - $105k + 25% Bonus - REMOTE / HYBRID at Alari Search, LLC

We’re looking for a Corporate Development / M&A Associate who’s ready to step into a fast-moving M&A environment with genuine deal ownership and exposure from day one. The role sits at the center of live transaction execution—providing financial analysis, due diligence, and strategic insight while working hand-in-hand with managing directors, clients, and external partners.

Highlights:

• Salary - $90,000 - $105,000 + Bonus
• FULLY REMOTE FOR THE FIRST 4-5 MONTHS (upgrading office space) - Hybrid after that 3/2
• Great benefits, room for growth and work life balance
• MUST live in Cleveland area

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support end-to-end Corporate Development and M&A transaction execution—both buy-side and sell-side mandates.
• Develop complex financial models (DCF, LBO, accretion/dilution, merger models) and present analytical conclusions to senior leadership and clients.
• Build and review pitch materials, CIMs, and management presentations with precision and clarity.
• Oversee due diligence processes, data room organization, and coordination among multiple stakeholders.
• Contribute to business development efforts by preparing tailored pitch decks and conducting market and industry research.
• Work closely with senior bankers on live deals and pipeline development, gaining direct client exposure early.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, or a related discipline.
• 2–3+ years of experience in investment banking, private equity, corporate development, or transaction advisory with direct M&A execution exposure.
• Demonstrated fluency in building full 3-statement operating and valuation models from scratch.
• Exceptional attention to detail, analytical rigor, and ability to communicate complex concepts clearly.
• Self-driven and entrepreneurial; thrives in a fast-paced, meritocratic environment.