Job Description
Investment Banking Associate – Chemicals Team
Our client is a global mid-market US Investment Bank with a strong European platform providing M&A and Equities advice to their clients.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a global sector team that is in growth mode with a deal rich pipeline.
The Opportunity
This is a fabulous opportunity for someone with ambition to join a fast-growing team where you will be working closely with a highly respected senior MD who brings with him a wealth of experience and strong client network.
Our client is looking for an Investment Banking Associate with 3 – 4 years of M&A sell-side experience.
- Responsible for supporting the sector teams M&A capabilities.
- Assisting senior bankers on execution of sell-side advisory transactions.
- Preparing and presenting marketing materials (including opportunity and industry research)
- Leading valuation and financial modelling work
- Working closely with the broader global sector group as required
- Deeper understanding of the relevant sector
- Developing relationships across the Firm with other sector and product experts, and externally with clients and other professional advisors
Person Specification
- Must have at least 3-4 years of M&A sell-side experience ideally from an Investment Bank or Boutique advisory firm.
- Must have Chemicals sector experience.
- Degree educated with a minimum of 2:1 from a top university.
- Must have proven knowledge of transaction processes, including modelling, drafting and presentation skills.
- Enthusiasm for working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment with an ability to grasp and understand business issues quickly
- Appetite for varied project work and a desire to contribute to a highly successful M&A team
- Ability to work accurately under time pressure and manage multiple commitments
- Able to deliver and to work effectively across teams
- Excellent interpersonal skills and confidence when interacting with colleagues and clients in business and social situations