M&A Associate (m/f/d)

Loy & Co; Düsseldorf; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Loy & Co in Düsseldorf is looking for a professional with 2-3 years of M&A consulting experience. You will support M&A transactions, prepare financial models, and participate in client meetings.

The ideal candidate holds a degree in business administration, specializes in finance or accounting, and has excellent analytical skills. Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and fluent German and English is essential for this hybrid role.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in M&A consulting, management consulting, or corporate finance.
• Very good written and spoken German and English skills.
• Interest in medium-sized companies and growth strategies.

Responsibilities

• Support for M&A transactions across the entire process.
• Prepare financial models, analyses, and valuations.
• Participate in client meetings and pitch preparations.

Skills

Financial analysis

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Entrepreneurial thinking

Teamwork

Education

Degree in business administration with a focus on finance or accounting

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Responsibilities

• Holistic support for M&A transactions throughout the entire transaction process
• Analysis of annual financial statements and independent conduct of company, market, and competitor research
• Largely independent preparation of teasers/short profiles, information memoranda, and presentations for clients
• Preparation of financial models, financial analyses, and company valuations
• Detailed research to create long lists and evaluate strategic rationale, financial strength, and decision-making power
• Participation in client meetings and pitches
• Preparation and coordination of due diligence
• Support with marketing activities and operational tasks

Your Profile

• 2-3 years of professional experience in M&A consulting, management consulting, private equity, or corporate finance
• Above-average degree in business administration with a focus on finance, accounting, and/or banking
• Excellent knowledge of financial analysis and accounting
• Resilient and communicative personality with entrepreneurial thinking and action, as well as a confident and courteous demeanor
• High level of commitment, outstanding analytical skills, a high degree of initiative, and enjoyment of challenging teamwork
• Proven interest in medium-sized companies, entrepreneurship, and growth strategies
• Very good written and spoken German and English skills
• Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint