Analyst, Mergers & Acquisitions

Ladd & Co.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ladd & Co. is seeking an Analyst to support its M&A practice. This role encompasses the full deal lifecycle, including financial modelling, information memorandum preparation, and valuation analysis.

The Analyst will be directly involved in live mandates alongside senior practitioners, providing exposure to a range of transactions. Ideal candidates will have 1–3 years of relevant experience and strong quantitative skills.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years' experience in investment banking, principal investing, professional services, or a directly relevant field.
• Strong quantitative skills and fluency in financial analysis.
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion.
• Comfortable working across multiple jurisdictions and time zones.
• Right to work in the relevant jurisdiction.

Responsibilities

• Support the M&A practice covering the full deal lifecycle.
• Conduct financial modelling and valuation analysis.
• Prepare information memorandums and coordinate due diligence.

Skills

Strong quantitative skills

Fluency in financial analysis

Ability to manage confidential information

Job description

The firm is recruiting an Analyst to support its M&A practice. The role covers the full deal lifecycle — financial modelling, information memorandum preparation, valuation analysis, due diligence coordination, and close support across buy-side and sell-side mandates.

The firm advises privately held businesses, founder-led enterprises, family offices, and portfolio companies on transactions across multiple sectors and jurisdictions. Analysts are embedded directly in live mandates and work alongside senior practitioners on transactions ranging from mid-market sales to complex cross-border combinations.

This is a career-defining role for a high-calibre individual seeking direct exposure to private-market M&A under senior supervision.

Requirements

• 1–3 years' experience in investment banking, principal investing, professional services, or a directly relevant field
• Strong quantitative skills and fluency in financial analysis
• Demonstrated ability to manage confidential information with discretion
• Comfortable working across multiple jurisdictions and time zones
• Right to work in the relevant jurisdiction