Analyst, Mergers & Acquisitions

Overview

Authentic is a unified platform that integrates M&A, brand strategy, creativity and digital innovation to unlock the power of its global Lifestyle and Entertainment portfolio. As the world’s largest sports and entertainment licensing company, Authentic connects strong brands with best-in-class partners to optimize long-term value in the marketplace. Its brands generate more than $32 billion in global annual retail sales and have an expansive retail footprint in more than 150 countries, including 13,000-plus freestanding stores and shop-in-shops and 400,000 points of sale.

Authentic transforms brands by delivering powerful storytelling, compelling content, innovative business models and immersive experiences. It creates original marketing strategies to drive the success of its brands across all consumer touchpoints, platforms and emerging media.

Why Authentic

You’ll be able to access the resources and scale, while leveraging innovative technology and nimble environment. What we’re saying is, this isn’t your average day job. If you’re hungry to drive ideas into action and own your career, let’s chat. Our team is rapidly innovating to evolve and define the future of our brands. With the help of some of the brightest minds in retail, marketing, licensing, legal and more, we are building the intersection of digital and experiential marketing to help achieve that mission.

We reimagine, evolve and transform brands! At Authentic, we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought and expertise drive competitive advantage. Our global teams are built by go-getters who contribute unique perspectives and push the boundaries of creativity and innovation. Headquartered in New York City, Authentic has offices in major metropolitan cities including Los Angeles and Miami, as well as Toronto, Mexico City, London, and Shanghai.

The Analyst, Mergers & Acquisitions will serve as a key contributor to the execution of strategic acquisitions across the fashion & lifestyle, sports, and entertainment sectors. You will work as part of a lean, experienced deal team and primarily be responsible for financial modeling, analytical work streams, and due diligence of new acquisition targets, as well as supporting on-going portfolio company management.

The role of an Analyst will provide broad exposure to end-to-end transaction work and meaningful engagement with senior executives at Authentic and target companies.

• Evaluate prospective deals and conduct extensive financial and commercial due diligence on target companies across consumer and entertainment brands, and synthesize findings into clear, executive-level materials to inform decision-making throughout the transaction.
• Perform financial modeling and valuation analyses of public and private target companies.
• Support in the preparation of investment memorandum materials presented to Authentic executive management and board members.
• Support live deal processes from initial evaluation through signing and closing, including managing data rooms, building diligence requests, and supporting operating partner diligence.
• Work closely with M&A and Business Development teams to facilitate the sale of operating and other assets to Authentic partners as part of transactions.
• Conduct industry and strategic assessments as needed to support transactions and portfolio company growth.
• Manage relationships with key transaction partners at investment banks, legal & accounting firms and other 3rd parties.

• 1-2+ years of experience in investment banking, consulting, corporate development or private equity is preferred.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills including financial statement analysis and financial modeling (3-statement models with full P&L, cash flow and balance sheet detail and mechanics).
• Attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Deep understanding and proficiency of Excel (functions, shortcuts, pivots) and PowerPoint.
• Solid knowledge of the consumer retail and entertainment industries is desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and effectively with team members and possess an…