Investment Banking

Job Objective

Key Duties And Responsibilities

• Support origination and execution of M&A, ECM and DCM transactions by conducting financial analysis, valuation (DCF, comparable companies, precedent transactions) and modelling to assess deal structures and returns.
• Prepare clear, professional pitch books, information memoranda, management presentations, client proposals and transaction materials that articulate strategic rationale and financial impact.
• Perform detailed due diligence on target companies and sectors, co‑ordinating with legal, tax, compliance and external advisers to identify commercial and financial risks.
• Build and maintain robust financial models to support pricing, sensitivity analyses, accretion/dilution and capital structure optimisation under various scenarios.
• Assist with syndication and marketing activities for capital markets transactions, liaising with sales, syndicate desks and institutional investors to facilitate successful distribution.
• Conduct industry and market research, prepare sector briefs and monitor market trends, regulatory developments and comparable transactions to inform client advice and deal positioning.
• Coordinate internal project plans, ensure timely delivery of workstreams, manage data rooms and maintain accurate transaction records and documentation.
• Draft and review term sheets, indicative offers and transaction documentation in collaboration with legal and product teams, ensuring consistency with commercial and regulatory requirements.
• Present findings and recommendations to senior bankers and clients; respond to follow-up queries and support negotiation strategies during live transactions.
• Contribute to business development by identifying opportunities, supporting pitch preparation and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Maintain high standards of confidentiality, compliance and risk management throughout deal execution and client interactions.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior analysts, support training initiatives and participate in ad-hoc projects to improve processes and templates.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business or a related discipline; a master’s degree or professional qualifications (e.g., CFA, ACA) is advantageous.
• 2–5 years of experience in investment banking, corporate finance, capital markets or a related advisory role; experience on live transactions across M&A and/or ECM/DCM is preferred.
• Strong financial modelling and valuation skills with proven ability to build detailed, audit‑ready models and perform rigorous analysis under tight deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English with the ability to produce client-ready materials; proficiency in additional languages is an advantage.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with data room platforms, Bloomberg, Capital IQ or similar market data tools is desirable.
• High attention to detail, sound commercial judgement and the ability to prioritise multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills with experience working effectively across deal teams and with external advisers and clients.
• Understanding of capital markets mechanics, securities law considerations and regulatory requirements relevant to transactions.
• Ability to travel as required and work extended hours to meet transaction deadlines.
• Commitment to ethical conduct, confidentiality and compliance with internal policies and regulatory standards.