ETS
Senior Associate, Mergers & Acquisitions
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Remote - Princeton, NJ
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Full-Time
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TBD
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Finance
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March 2nd, 2026
Edtech.com's Summary
ETS is hiring a Senior Associate, Mergers & Acquisitions. The role involves driving the company's growth through identifying, evaluating, and executing strategic mergers, acquisitions, and equity investments aligned with ETS’s mission. The associate collaborates with senior leaders and external partners to maximize transaction value and supports post-transaction integration and performance monitoring.
Highlights
- Lead sourcing and evaluation of M&A and equity investment opportunities aligned with ETS’s strategic goals
- Develop financial models and conduct industry, market, and company research for transaction assessment
- Coordinate due diligence and support negotiation processes with internal and external teams
- Prepare investment memos and board-level presentations to facilitate transaction approvals
- Collaborate with Corporate Development and senior leadership on strategic analysis and market trends in education
- Manage post-transaction portfolio performance and integration with business units
- Proficient in MS Office applications with strong financial modeling and valuation skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred
- Minimum 4 years experience in investment banking, consulting, private equity, or related M&A roles
- Strong communication skills and ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams
Senior Associate, Mergers & Acquisitions Full Description
Senior Associate, Mergers & Acquisitions
- Job Level : Any
- Level of Education : BA/BS
- Job Type : Full-Time/Regular
- Date Updated : 03/02/2026
- Years of Experience : Not Applicable
- Starting Date : 04/06/2026
- Will this position have direct reports? : No
- Salary : TBD
Job Description
About ETS:
ETS is a global education and talent solutions organization enabling lifelong learners worldwide to be future-ready. For more than 75 years, we've been advancing the science of measurement to build benchmarks for fair and valid skill assessment across cultures and borders. Our worldwide impact extends through our renowned assessments including TOEFL®, TOEIC®, GRE® and Praxis® tests, serving millions of learners in more than 200 countries and territories. Through strategic acquisitions, we've expanded our global capabilities: PSI strengthens our workforce assessment solutions, while Edusoft, Kira Talent, Pipplet, Vericant, and Wheebox enhance our educational technology and assessment platforms across critical markets worldwide.
Through ETS Research Institute and ETS Solutions, we're partnering with educational institutions, governments, and organizations globally to promote skill proficiency, empower upward mobility, and unlock opportunities for everyone, everywhere. With offices and partners across Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Americas, we deliver nearly 50 million tests annually. Join us in our journey of measuring progress to power human progress worldwide.
Summary
The Senior Associate, Mergers & Acquisitions, will play a critical role in driving the company’s growth strategy through mergers & acquisitions (M&A) and direct equity investments. This individual will support the identification, evaluation and execution of strategic transactions that align with ETS’s long-term objectives. The Associate will work closely with the Principals and VP, as well as senior leaders across the organization, to ensure each transaction maximizes value and supports the company’s mission. Transactions will include M&A, divestitures and direct equity investments, both domestically and internationally. The Senior Associate, Mergers & Acquisitions, will be a member of the ETS Capital team. ETS Capital is part of ETS, a global education and talent solutions organization dedicated to preparing lifelong learners for the future. With significant Assets Under Management (AUM), we pursue strategic equity investments, growth partnerships, and mergers/acquisitions with the world's most innovative companies. ETS Capital has transacted with 20+ innovative companies over the last 5 years, including PSI, ApplyBoard, upGrad, OpenClassrooms and more.
Transaction Sourcing and Evaluation
ETS is a global education and talent solutions organization enabling lifelong learners worldwide to be future-ready. For more than 75 years, we've been advancing the science of measurement to build benchmarks for fair and valid skill assessment across cultures and borders. Our worldwide impact extends through our renowned assessments including TOEFL®, TOEIC®, GRE® and Praxis® tests, serving millions of learners in more than 200 countries and territories. Through strategic acquisitions, we've expanded our global capabilities: PSI strengthens our workforce assessment solutions, while Edusoft, Kira Talent, Pipplet, Vericant, and Wheebox enhance our educational technology and assessment platforms across critical markets worldwide.
Through ETS Research Institute and ETS Solutions, we're partnering with educational institutions, governments, and organizations globally to promote skill proficiency, empower upward mobility, and unlock opportunities for everyone, everywhere. With offices and partners across Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Americas, we deliver nearly 50 million tests annually. Join us in our journey of measuring progress to power human progress worldwide.
Summary
The Senior Associate, Mergers & Acquisitions, will play a critical role in driving the company’s growth strategy through mergers & acquisitions (M&A) and direct equity investments. This individual will support the identification, evaluation and execution of strategic transactions that align with ETS’s long-term objectives. The Associate will work closely with the Principals and VP, as well as senior leaders across the organization, to ensure each transaction maximizes value and supports the company’s mission. Transactions will include M&A, divestitures and direct equity investments, both domestically and internationally. The Senior Associate, Mergers & Acquisitions, will be a member of the ETS Capital team. ETS Capital is part of ETS, a global education and talent solutions organization dedicated to preparing lifelong learners for the future. With significant Assets Under Management (AUM), we pursue strategic equity investments, growth partnerships, and mergers/acquisitions with the world's most innovative companies. ETS Capital has transacted with 20+ innovative companies over the last 5 years, including PSI, ApplyBoard, upGrad, OpenClassrooms and more.
Transaction Sourcing and Evaluation
- Develop and manage relationships with outside parties (investment banks, industry consultants, potential counterparties etc.)
- Identify and evaluate potential M&A and direct equity investment opportunities in alignment with ETS’s strategic goals
- Conduct industry, market and company-specific research to support transaction sourcing
- Develop financial models to assess the impact of potential transactions, including valuations, pro forma analyses and ROI assessments
Due Diligence & Transaction Execution
- Coordinate due diligence efforts, working with the Principals and VP, as well as cross-functional teams, including legal, finance, operations and external advisors
- Prepare and present detailed investment memos, board presentations and other documentation to support transaction approval processes
- Assist in transaction negotiation, working closely with Principals, VP and legal counsel
Strategic Analysis & Planning
- Collaborate with the Corporate Development team and senior leadership to refine ETS’s overall corporate strategy
- Provide strategic analysis and insights into market trends, competitive landscape and emerging opportunities within the education sector
Post-Transaction Portfolio Management & Integration
- Monitor performance of completed transactions and report on achievement of strategic and financial goals
- Work with the integration management office and business units to support the integration of acquired businesses or investments, ensuring seamless operational and cultural alignment
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Experience and Skills
- Proficiency in MS Office business applications (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, etc.), including financial modeling and valuation
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information and develop actionable insights
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively interact with senior executives and external stakeholders
- Commitment to a team-based environment and capable of working within a cross-functional / multi-functional matrix organization
- Detail-oriented with a strong sense of accountability and an ability to simultaneously manage multiple projects
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team in a fast-paced environment
- High level of integrity and professionalism, with a commitment to ETS’s mission and values
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for driving growth and innovation
- Knowledge of the education / edtech market preferred but not required
Education/Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field. MBA or advanced degree is a plus
- 4+ years of experience in investment banking, management consulting, private equity or a similar field, with a strong emphasis on M&A and/or direct equity investment transactions
- Proven experience in financial modeling, valuation and/or due diligence
ETS is mission driven and action oriented
- We are passionate about hiring innovative thinkers who believe in the promise of education and lifelong learning.
- We are energized by cultivating growth, innovation, and continuous transformation for the next generation of rising professionals as leaders. Â In support of this ETS offers multiple Business Resource Groups (BRG) for you to learn and advance your career growth!
- As a not-for-profit organization we will encourage you to lean in to your passion for volunteering. Â At ETS you may qualify for up to an additional 8 hours of PTO for volunteer work on causes that are important to you!
- The base salary range advertised represents the low and high end of the anticipated salary range for this position. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. The base pay is only one aspect of the Total Rewards Package that will be offered to the successful candidate.
ETS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe in creating a work environment where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.
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