TransMarket Group · 1 month ago
Event Driven Merger Arbitrage Analyst
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expTransMarket Group is a leading firm in the merger arbitrage space, and they are seeking an Event Driven Merger Arbitrage Analyst to work closely with a portfolio manager. The role involves conducting research, modeling, and participating in the investment process to make a meaningful impact on the firm's strategies.
BankingFinancial ServicesInsurance
Responsibilities
Conduct fundamental and quantitative research on mergers and corporate actions across multiple industries and geographies
Participate in all aspects of the investment process, including idea generation, diligence, trading, and risk management
Monitor daily developments across 100+ active deals and debate material events with the PM
Track and analyze regulatory processes; interpret filings with speed and precision
Identify mispriced spreads, key catalysts, unusual conditions, and hidden risks or optionality
Engage with senior corporate management teams, sell-side analysts, and brokers
Maintain and enrich the firm's proprietary merger database
Contribute to the development pipeline, including research into new strategies, factors, and signals
Qualification
Required
4-year bachelor's degree required
Unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity with a reputation for sound judgment
Clear passion for investing and desire to understand how businesses and deals work
Outstanding modeling and Excel skills with exceptional attention to detail
Strong research skills, with the ability to quickly gather, evaluate, and synthesize complex data
Deep understanding of finance and business models across a wide range of industries
Ability to quickly learn new concepts and operate in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to draw inferences and challenge assumptions
Exceptional work ethic and willingness to do what it takes to maintain high standards
Preferred
2+ years of investment banking or equivalent analytical experience preferred
Programming and/or foreign language skills are a plus, but not required
Company
TransMarket Group
Founded in 1980 as Aardvark Financial, TransMarket Group (TMG) is a privately held global markets proprietary trading firm with offices in Chicago, Puerto Rico and Switzerland.
51-200 employees
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Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Doug Adams
CEO
Stan Bryl
CIO
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