Investment Banking, M&A Junior Analyst (Frankfurt, Germany)

Alantra; Frankfurt; On-site; EUR 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Alantra, a global independent financial services firm, invites recent graduates to join its Investment Banking team in Frankfurt. The role is hands-on and transaction-focused, spanning sell-side and buy-side mandates, with exposure to clients, investors and senior team members.

You will work on business plans, information memoranda, presentations and financial analyses to develop M&A execution skills and sector knowledge.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or due to graduate soon.
• Experience with live M&A transactions is a plus.
• Strong financial and analytical skills, capable of modelling and valuation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with sell-side and buy-side mandates.
• Prepare business plans, information memoranda, presentations, and financial analyses.
• Support M&A execution and sector knowledge development.

Skills

M&A internship experience

Financial analysis and modelling

Strong communication skills

Education

Relevant Finance degree (Economics/Finance)

Job description

About AlantraAlantra is an independent global financial services firm that provides investment banking and asset management services to midmarket companies, families, and investors. The Group has over 500 professionals in Europe, the U.S., Latin America, Asia, and the Middle East.In Investment Banking, Alantra has completed over 1,000 transactions in the last five years. Alantra combines a strong local presence in key financial centers with global sector- and product-specialized teams.In Alternative Asset Management, Alantra offers its clients unique access to a wide range of investment strategies in five highly specialized asset management classes (private equity, active funds, private debt, energy, and venture capital). As of 31 December 2025, assets under management from consolidated businesses stood at c. €2.7bn, while those managed by firms in which the Group holds a strategic stake amounted to c €14.5bnJob Description:This is an opportunity to join the Investment Banking team in the Frankfurt office of an international mid-market investment bank.The role is aimed at recent graduates with relevant M&A internship experience who are looking to start their career in a hands-on, transaction-focused environment.You will gain exposure to sell-side and buy-side mandates as well as business development activities, working closely with clients, investors and senior team members. The role offers broad exposure across industries and business models, providing a strong foundation to develop both M&A execution skills and sector knowledge. You will also be involved in the preparation of business plans, information memoranda, presentations and financial analysis.Requirements:Recently graduated, or due to graduate shortly, with a strong academic backgroundPrevious internship experience in M&A at an investment bankPrior exposure to live M&A transactions and a practical understanding of the key stages of a deal processStrong financial and analytical skills, with previous exposure to financial modelling and valuationStrong organisational skills, attention to detail, clear communication skills and the ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environmentAbility to collaborate effectively within a teamProactive, motivated and willing to take ownership from an early stagePositive attitude and strong willingness to learnLanguage: Native-level German and fluent English.Application Details:Start date: Q1 2027Location: Frankfurt, Germany