Healthcare Associate – Investment Banking

About the role

Lazard is seeking a Healthcare Associate to join its New York (or Chicago) team within the global healthcare practice. The associate will support senior bankers on strategic M&A, restructuring, and capital‑raising transactions for leading healthcare services, biopharma, and med‑tech companies.

Key responsibilities

• Perform financial analyses and build complex valuation models.
• Prepare client presentations, pitch books, and meeting materials.
• Interact with senior client executives and manage deal processes.
• Conduct sector and company research to support transaction execution.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to Analyst‑level teammates.

Required profile

• Minimum two years of investment banking, financial consulting, or healthcare M&A experience.
• Strong quantitative background with meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated teamwork, leadership, and a proactive attitude.
• Top academic performance and a bachelor’s degree.

Required skills

• Financial modeling

What we offer

• Comprehensive, competitive benefits focused on health and well‑being.
• Opportunities for continuous learning, skill development, and career progression within a collaborative, global firm.