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M&A Associate (M&A Associate)

Overview

Reference
M&A Associate

Salary
ZAR/month

Job Location
- South Africa -- Johannesburg Metro -- Johannesburg

Job Type
Permanent

Posted
16 September 2024


Our client is looking for a dynamic and experienced M&A Associate to join their investment banking team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in corporate finance, private equity, or transaction advisory, with excellent financial modeling skills and the ability to support M&A and capital-raising transactions.

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare pitches and presentations for deal origination and implementation.
  • Create and maintain financial models and perform valuations for M&A and capital-raising transactions.
  • Prepare transaction documents, including information memos and teasers.
  • Support the deal due diligence process, including managing data rooms and bidder information requests.
  • Coordinate with clients, potential bidders, and investors, as well as other advisors.
  • Assist in preparing transaction documents and handling Know Your Customer (KYC) and background checks for client onboarding.
  • Manage and mentor junior team members, overseeing their work.

Key Skills:

  • Strong financial modeling and valuation skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to manage due diligence and coordinate with multiple stakeholders.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to handle complex transactions.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment and mentor junior staff.
  • Experience working in a high-paced environment with complex financial transactions.
  • Minimum 3-5 years of experience in corporate finance, transaction advisory, or private equity.

Qualifications:

  • Degree in Economics, Business, Finance, Accounting, Investments, or related fields.
  • Strong academic background with a minimum of 80% in Matric Mathematics and 70% in Matric English (or equivalent A-levels).


Contact information

Tamlyn Redmond