Capabilities & Insights Analyst - Mergers & Acquisitions

McKinsey & Company
parental leave, paid time off
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
May 26, 2025
Research Capabilities & Insights Analyst - Mergers & Acquisitions Job ID: 95099 Do you want to work on complex and pressing challenges-the kind that bring together curious, ambitious, and determined leaders who strive to become better every day? If this sounds like you, you've come to the right place. Your Impact You will support clients and client teams, M&A-dedicated experts, and practice leadership through quantitative and qualitative M&A analysis, research, knowledge and practice management. You will be expected to handle short- and medium-term research requests related to M&A, joint ventures/alliances, divestitures, due diligence, privatizations, initial public offerings, and integrations; execute M&A target scans, company research and strategic, valuation and synergy assessments; to provide our consultants the vast array of firm knowledge, and to be point of contact for proprietary databases on an ongoing basis. Day-to-day tasks may include helping structure a client question, determining the sources of insight, analyzing data, and communicating findings. Further, you will assist clients in developing internal capabilities to better implement M&A strategies, execute transactions, integrate acquisitions, and separate divestitures as part of the service line's Capability Building initiatives. You will also help develop new client opportunities, through the M&A Win Room, proposal preparation, pipeline tracking, etc. You will help deliver impact through our assets, including SynergyLab (McKinsey's proprietary approach to identifying deal-specific synergy estimates), the Deal Scan (McKinsey's implementation engine for programmatic M&A), PeopleBase (data management tool to build employee baseline), and the Integration Digital Portal (practice portal for latest materials and Client "MyIMO" tool). Related responsibilities will include identifying product and offering needs and structuring the issues and problems with product teams to facilitate prioritization, development and implementation. Over time, you will be expected to build a good understanding across M&A topics and develop areas of expertise. You'll collaborate with the M&A knowledge team and practice leadership to build and share knowledge, best practices and new ideas (e.g., writing articles, updating playbooks, and supporting the Knowledge Review Board process). You will enable reach and relevance (e.g., supporting landmark client events such as Integration Leaders Forum, M&A conference), help develop internal learning curricula (e.g., Merger Management Foundations program), and maintain case libraries. The M&A service line offers an excellent springboard for successful candidates to progress within the practice and firm into expert consulting, solution delivery, practice management and more. You will be based in our Boston and you'll work as part of M&A (Mergers & Acquisitions) Insights, a group of colleagues, capabilities and assets assembled to provide unparalleled insights and impact to our clients across the M&A. M&A Insights is part of McKinsey's M&A service line, a joint venture between the Strategy & Corporate Finance and People & Organizational Performance practices. The M&A service line helps our clients achieve superior results across buy- and sell-side mergers and acquisitions, divestitures, IPOs, joint ventures, alliances and integration and separation architecture, planning and execution. We bring our clients unrivaled transaction, integration and separation expertise, deep industry knowledge, a global network, and a focus on building institutional and executive M&A capabilities to strengthen M&A programs long term. Your Growth Driving lasting impact and building long-term capabilities with our clients is not easy work. You are the kind of person who thrives in a high performance/high reward culture - doing hard things, picking yourself up when you stumble, and having the resilience to try another way forward. In return for your drive, determination, and curiosity, we'll provide the resources, mentorship, and opportunities you need to become a stronger leader faster than you ever thought possible. Your colleagues-at all levels-will invest deeply in your development, just as much as they invest in delivering exceptional results for clients. Every day, you'll receive apprenticeship, coaching, and exposure that will accelerate your growth in ways you won't find anywhere else. When you join us, you will have: Continuous learning: Our learning and apprenticeship culture, backed by structured programs, is all about helping you grow while creating an environment where feedback is clear, actionable, and focused on your development. The real magic happens when you take the input from others to heart and embrace the fast-paced learning experience, owning your journey. A voice that matters: From day one, we value your ideas and contributions. You'll make a tangible impact by offering innovative ideas and practical solutions. We not only encourage diverse perspectives, but they are critical in driving us toward the best possible outcomes. Global community: With colleagues across 65+ countries and over 100 different nationalities, our firm's diversity fuels creativity and helps us come up with the best solutions for our clients. Plus, you'll have the opportunity to learn from exceptional colleagues with diverse backgrounds and experiences. World-class benefits: On top of a competitive salary (based on your location, experience, and skills), we provide a comprehensive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, mental health, and vision coverage for you, your spouse/partner, and children. Your qualifications and skills University degree with a focus in finance or economics preferred with an outstanding academic record; advanced degree a plus 3+ years of relevant work experience Understanding of and a strong interest in corporate finance concepts, including M&A, JV's, integrations/value capture and divestitures topics; willingness to quickly learn and disseminate detailed topical knowledge Intellectual curiosity, self-motivation, and a willingness to take ownership and self-manage High professional and ethical standards and respect for confidentiality Proven problem-solving skills with ability to quickly process complex information and present it clearly and simply Proficiency in Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Excel and PowerPoint) required; knowledge of analytical tools (e.g., Alteryx, Tableau, R, Python, SQL) is a plus but not required Advanced English language communication skills, across all levels, particularly in written communications Ability to multi-task and manage workload effectively under pressure Strong service orientation High energy 'can do' attitude and a proactive approach to practice and team support Ability to strike a balance between being flexible enough to deal with a rapidly changing knowledge management environment and being firm about maintaining consistency where necessary Please review the additional requirements regarding essential job functions of McKinsey colleagues. Apply Now Apply Later FOR U.S. APPLICANTS: McKinsey & Company is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Certain US jurisdictions require McKinsey & Company to include a reasonable estimate of the salary for this role. For new joiners for this role in the United States, including all office locations where the job may be performed, a reasonable estimated range is $92,000 - $95,000 USD -to help you understand what you can expect. This reflects our best estimate of the lowest to highest [salary/hourly wages] for this role at the time of this posting, ensuring you have a clear picture right from the start, though it's important to remember that actual salaries may vary. 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