Transactional Quantitative Analyst

Wilson Sonsini is looking for a Transactional Quantitative Analyst to work closely with attorneys in our dynamic Corporate Department. The Transactional Quantitative Analyst will handle analytical projects to assist in structuring and optimizing client deals.

This role can be hybrid or fully virtual.

Candidates with substantial relevant experience may be considered for a more senior level and would be eligible for a higher compensation range.

The responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Prepare financial models for pro forma capitalization scenarios, pro rata calculations, stock conversions, company recapitalization events, and preliminary market overhang analyses
• Prepare hypothetical liquidation waterfall models based on different deal scenarios
• Build closing payment spreadsheets in connection with M\&A transactions that track the merger agreements
• Audit spreadsheets obtained from clients, investors, investment banks, or other law firms to ensure accuracy
• Provide mathematical analysis to complete transaction materials for financings, mergers, acquisitions, or public offerings
• Maintain and update model/template capitalization spreadsheets used for the calculations
• Assist with training junior attorneys and paralegals or other business professionals on the use of Excel to achieve deliverables
• Record all time daily (billable, productive, admin and PTO) and release and in accordance with specified narratives where applicable

Preferred Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree or advanced degree in Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, or other quantitative field
• 2\+ years of law firm or data analysis experience
• Proficient in Excel, with the understanding to perform analysis and generate reports
• Exhibit analytical and critical thinking in day-to-day projects
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills with the ability to explain analysis to attorneys, paralegals, and clients
• Self-starter, with a strong bias to action, who can intuitively prioritize projects and maintain meticulous organization to ensure accuracy and timeliness
• Ability to work extended and/or weekend hours, as required