Associate - REGAL (Real Estate, Gaming & Lodging)

Jefferies; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exposure to high-profile transactions

Early responsibility

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Jefferies is looking for an Associate to join its REGAL team in London. The successful candidate will support M&A and strategic advisory assignments in the real estate, gaming, and lodging sectors. Responsibilities include financial modelling, preparing client materials, coordinating transaction processes, and mentoring Analysts. A minimum of 3 years' experience in investment banking is required. The role offers exposure to complex transactions and early client interaction within a performance-driven culture.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in investment banking, corporate finance or a closely related role.
• Strong execution experience with credible exposure to M&A and advisory transactions.
• Fluency in French or German is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support the execution of M&A, sell-side, buy-side and strategic advisory assignments.
• Build and review detailed financial models, including valuation analyses.
• Prepare high-quality client materials, including pitchbooks and presentations.
• Coordinate and manage transaction processes, including due diligence.
• Conduct in-depth industry, market and company analysis.
• Mentor and oversee Analysts.

Skills

Financial modelling

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Jefferies is a leading global investment banking and capital markets firm, providing advisory, sales and trading, and wealth management services to a broad range of corporate clients, institutional investors and governments. The firm is known for its client‑centric approach, entrepreneurial culture and strong sector specialisation.

Team Overview

The REGAL (Real Estate, Gaming & Lodging) team in London is a leading sector‑focused advisory platform advising corporates, sponsors and investors across EMEA on M&A, capital raising and strategic advisory transactions. The team works closely with colleagues across Jefferies’ global REGAL franchise and broader investment banking platform.

Role Overview

Jefferies is seeking an Associate to join its REGAL team in London. The Associate will play a key role in the execution of M&A and strategic advisory mandates, working closely with senior bankers, clients and global counterparts across the full transaction lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the execution of M&A, sell‑side, buy‑side and strategic advisory assignments across the real estate, gaming and lodging sectors
• Build and review detailed financial models, including valuation analyses (DCF, comparable companies, precedent transactions and LBO where relevant)
• Prepare high‑quality client materials, including pitchbooks, information memoranda and management presentations
• Coordinate and manage transaction processes, including due diligence, data rooms and interactions with external advisers
• Conduct in‑depth industry, market and company analysis to support transaction execution and business development
• Mentor and oversee Analysts, ensuring high standards of output and execution discipline
• Contribute to idea generation and origination initiatives within the REGAL franchise

Language Skills

• Fluency in French or German is advantageous, reflecting the team’s active cross‑border deal flow across EMEA.

Candidate Profile

• 3+ years of experience in investment banking, corporate finance or a closely related role
• Strong execution experience with credible exposure to M&A and advisory transactions
• Excellent financial modelling, valuation and analytical skills
• Strong attention to detail, judgement and ability to manage multiple workstreams under pressure
• Clear, confident communicator with strong written and verbal skills
• Demonstrated interest in, or exposure to, the real estate, gaming and/or lodging sectors
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast‑paced, international environment

What Jefferies Offers

• Exposure to high‑profile, complex transactions within a leading global REGAL franchise
• Early responsibility and meaningful client interaction
• A performance‑driven, entrepreneurial culture with strong career development opportunities