Investment Banking Associate, Industrials Sector Knowledge
Investment Banking Associate 2
Location: London, UK
Firm: Leading Independent Investment Bank
Division: Generalist Advisory with Industrials Focus
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Firm
A premier global advisory firm with a strong reputation for delivering high-impact financial advice across M&A, restructuring, and capital raising. Known for its lean structure, collaborative culture, and direct exposure to senior leadership, the firm offers Associates the opportunity to work on complex, cross-border transactions with blue-chip clients.
Role Overview
We are seeking a high-performing Associate 2 to join the London office, bringing a generalist background and proven experience in the industrials sector. The ideal candidate will be a top-ranked performer with strong technical skills and a track record of excellence in transaction execution.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead execution of M&A and strategic advisory mandates across sectors, with a focus on industrials.
- Develop and review detailed financial models and valuation analyses.
- Prepare client presentations, pitch materials, and internal documentation.
- Conduct market and industry research to support deal origination and execution.
- Collaborate with senior bankers and mentor junior team members.
- Engage with clients, legal advisors, and other stakeholders throughout the deal lifecycle.
Candidate Profile
- Experience: 4-7 years in investment banking, ideally with exposure to industrials transactions.
- Education: Strong academic background from a top-tier institution.
- Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in financial modelling and valuation techniques.
- Performance: Consistently top-ranked with a strong deal sheet.
- Attributes: Analytical, commercially minded, and highly collaborative.
- Communication: Clear and confident communicator with client-facing experience.
What They Offer
- High visibility and direct interaction with senior leadership.
- Entrepreneurial culture with significant responsibility from day one.
- Exposure to high-profile transactions and global clients.
- Supportive environment focused on professional growth and development.
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit a CV to this job ad
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