Capital Markets & Development - Associate
Job Description
Reporting to the Director of Capital Markets & Development, this role will be critically involved in capital market-related and business development initiatives for Rush Street Gaming. The candidate should have a strong background and understanding of corporate finance, new business development, joint venture formation, financial modeling and valuation methodologies. The individual will work closely with the development and finance teams to successfully implement and execute development, financing, budgeting, business development and M&A initiatives. This position a high degree of autonomy, significant potential for professional growth within the dynamic gaming industry, and direct exposure to senior executives.
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Primary Duties and Responsibilities – Functional
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- Develop and manage complex financial models to evaluate acquisitions, joint ventures, new business opportunities, and capital raising transactions.
- Perform comprehensive valuation analyses using comparable companies, precedent transactions, and DCF methodologies.
- Coordinate and deliver responses to Requests for Proposal (RFPs) from government entities and third parties for new business opportunities.
- Prepare and review investment memoranda and management presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
- Execute due diligence, research analysis, and documentation for live transactions.
- Support internal annual budgeting processes and optimize forecasting models.
- Assist in driving new domestic and international project development efforts.
- Liaise with the Rush Street Gaming legal team to review and formulate business development agreements.
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Qualifications
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- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics with a strong academic record.
- At least 3 years’ experience working in investment banking, private equity, financial services, or the gaming industry.
- Expert financial modeling skills and mandatory proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Strong understanding of corporate finance, macroeconomics, and current events.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- High motivation, strong work ethic, exceptional judgment in confidential situations, and the ability to exercise discretion.
- Ability to obtain and maintain all necessary licensing in multiple jurisdictions.
- Must be able to work out of the Corporate Office in Chicago
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The “1 Rush Street Fundamentals” (regularly displays the following)
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- Have Fun at Work
- Deliver Memorable Guest Experiences
- Integrity in All Things
- Respect. Give It, Get It
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Duties and Responsibilities: Behavioral/Cultural
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- Serve as a resource for others seeking advice or counsel.
- Appropriately advise senior leadership of matters requiring attention.
- Communicate company direction, strategy, and operational performance to wider team, as appropriate.
- Build and maintain effective communication and relationships with RSG property-level leadership.
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Physical and Mental Demands:
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- Be comfortable in an entrepreneurial environment.
- Must be able to get along well with co-workers and work as a team while maintaining a positive and professional demeanor.
- Must be able to work independently and able to handle more than one function at a time
- Frequent walking, standing, kneeling, twisting, bending, and lifting.
- Ability and willingness to travel frequently.
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Postion is based in Chicago, and financial assistance for relocation is not currently budgeted. Applicants should be commuting distance to Corproate Office. Base salary compensation is targeted between
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$120,000.00 and $150,000.00 per year, based on relevant work experience. Postion is eligible for an annual performance bonus, health and retirement benefits.
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RSG values a diverse workforce, is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified applicants to apply.
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No calls, please. For consideration, please use Linked In platform to submit application and respond to related screening questions.