Deal Structuring & Valuation Analyst

Cedar Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedar Recruitment in London seeks a Deal Structuring & Valuation Analyst for Global Music. You will build financial models and valuations for signings and acquisitions, turning data into recommendations for multimillion-pound investments.

You’ll work with cross-functional teams including creative, legal and operations to assess returns, risks and financial potential. You will structure deal terms, analyze how arrangements affect cash flows, and present findings to deal committees.

Qualifications

• Strong financial modelling and valuation skills.
• Proficient in discounted cash flow analysis (DCF), IRR and payback calculations.
• Ability to interpret P&L, balance sheets and cash flow statements.
• Advanced Excel skills and ability to translate analysis into clear presentations.

Responsibilities

• Build financial models and valuations for potential signings and acquisitions (DCF, IRR, payback).
• Structure deal terms and assess impact of commercial arrangements on returns.
• Research market trends and comparable transactions to challenge assumptions.
• Prepare clear, insightful presentations for deal committees highlighting projections, terms and risks.
• Collaborate with A&R, legal and administration to form a holistic view of each opportunity.
• Review post-deal performance against investment case and apply learnings to future deals.
• Improve modelling templates and analytics processes, exploring automation opportunities.

Skills

Investment Banking

Private Equity

Deals

Transaction Services

M&A

Job description

Deal Structuring & Valuation Analyst, Global Music, London, c£75k + bonus

Help shape the deals behind the music.

A leading global music business is seeking a commercially minded finance professional to support the evaluation and structuring of songwriter, producer and artist signings, alongside acquisitions.

Joining an international team, you’ll turn financial analysis into recommendations that inform multimillion-dollar investment decisions. Working closely with creative, legal and operational teams, you’ll assess each opportunity’s commercial potential, risks and financial returns.

The role

• Build financial models and valuations for potential signings and acquisitions, including DCF, IRR and payback analysis.
• Help structure deal terms, assessing how different commercial arrangements affect returns.
• Research market trends and comparable transactions to challenge assumptions and support valuations.
• Prepare clear, insightful presentations for deal committees, highlighting financial projections, key terms and risks.
• Partner with A&R, legal and administration teams to develop a comprehensive view of each opportunity.
• Review post-deal performance against the original investment case and apply findings to future transactions.
• Improve modelling templates and analytical processes, exploring opportunities for automation.

About you

• MUST HAVE Background in; Investment Banking, Private Equity, Deals, Transaction Services or M&A
• Strong financial modelling and valuation skills, including practical knowledge of discounted cash flow analysis.
• A sound understanding of P&L, balance sheet and cash flow statements.
• Advanced Excel skills and the ability to turn complex analysis into clear PowerPoint presentations.
• Commercial curiosity, close attention to detail and confidence working with stakeholders across different disciplines.
• Music, entertainment or media experience is desirable, alongside an interest in data analytics and automation.