What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transaction Coordinator position at Sells?
As a core operational pillar of our high-performance team, you will liaise directly with advisors, clients, attorneys, accountants, and investors. You will manage deal checklists, gather documentation, and facilitate smooth transitions between critical workstreams. The right candidate is a process-oriented multitasker who thrives under pressure and brings meticulous attention to detail.
Sells is the middle-market investment bank and advisory firm people trust.
We specialize in mergers and acquisitions for Main Street, helping founders explore and execute an exit strategy with the right buyer. This focus is by design. Business owners want an advisor who works to protect their priorities and preserve their legacies.
On the buy-side, clients trust Sells to cultivate relationships with informed, committed founders. We also ensure sellers meet with principled buyers whose goals and intentions are transparent and aligned.
Sells values the human element in every transition. That means building an environment of trust—with an approach that fosters empathy and alignment, and a process that leads to mutually rewarding outcomes. It also means that long after the event itself, both parties will feel satisfied, confident, and optimistic about their futures.
We want people to view Sells as the most trusted M&A advisor. Because when it matters most, TRUST SELLS.
Sells Group Advisors is seeking a highly organized, execution-focused Transaction Coordinator to support our deal teams through the entire transaction process. This role is vital to ensuring client deliverables are tracked, deadlines are met, and communications flow seamlessly across internal and external stakeholders.
As a core operational pillar of our high-performance team, you will liaise directly with advisors, clients, attorneys, accountants, and investors. You will manage deal checklists, gather documentation, and facilitate smooth transitions between critical work streams. The right candidate is a process-oriented multitasker who thrives under pressure and brings meticulous attention to detail.
This is an ideal role for someone looking to break into the M&A ecosystem.
- Full-time, 100% In-Person, at Sells Group Advisors Headquarters in Northwest Arkansas
- HQ is located in Rogers, AR
- This is a fully in-office role with a daily starting time of 8:00 AM CT
- Designed to maximize focused collaboration, speed of training, and client responsiveness
- Maintain live transaction checklists, timelines, and milestone trackers
- Prepare, proofread, and organize legal, financial, and marketing documents for distribution
- Track data room activity, signatures, and compliance with deal documentation requirements
- Schedule key meetings, calls, and milestones to ensure uninterrupted process flow
- Ensure CRM is updated accurately and promptly
- Triage time-sensitive communications with sellers and buyers with professionalism, urgency, and clarity
- Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, communications, or related field
- Experience in operations, legal admin, or client services is a plus
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills when engaging with stakeholders
- Exceptional attention to detail, task management, and documentation
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and independently manage time-sensitive requests
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and Salesforce
- Competitive base salary with performance-based bonus structure
- Access to mentorship and cross-training in the M&A deal process
- Clear growth trajectory into operations, deal execution, or client success roles
Note: All offers are contingent upon successful background checks and compliance with firm policies.
- Critical Role: You’ll help manage high-stakes transactions and learn the intricacies of an M&A process
- Growth-Oriented: Learn M&A fundamentals and advance into higher-leverage responsibilities over time
- Reputation for Excellence: You’ll interact with clients and counterparties who expect and appreciate professionalism at the highest level
- Culture: We are collaborative, driven, and accountable towards our goals, as one team
If you thrive under high expectations and are motivated by excellence, we invite you to challenge yourself and apply.
- Seniority level: Entry / Mid
- Employment type: Full-time
- Industry: Operations / M&A / Transaction Execution