M&A Associate – Fast-Paced Deals, Growth & Impact

Sumer Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Flexible working policy

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Sumer Group is seeking an M&A Associate in London to join a fast-growing, ambitious team. You will work across the M&A lifecycle, supporting data collection, analysis and reporting for UK deals and potential international targets.

The role requires high energy, strong financial modelling and the ability to communicate complex analyses clearly in written reports. A collaborative culture and opportunities to learn are highlighted within the developing M&A practice.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in M&A functions or corporate finance
• Strong analytical and data modelling skills with Excel and visualisation tools
• Ability to translate financial analysis into clear written reports and first drafts for review
• Willingness to coach and develop analysts in financial analysis and due diligence

Responsibilities

• Researching financial and operational data to inform M&A strategy
• Maintain data accuracy and integrity for M&A activity
• Evaluate targets against criteria and KPIs
• Draft board-level reports and monitor acquisitions against KPIs
• Assist in financial due diligence on potential targets
• Build relationships with stakeholders outside the M&A team

Skills

M&A experience

Analytical skills

Data modelling

Written reporting

Commercial mindset

Education

ACA/ACCA or relevant degree

Tools

Excel

Data visualisation

Job description

Sumer Group is seeking an M&A Associate in London to join a fast-growing, ambitious team. You will work across the M&A lifecycle, supporting data collection, analysis and reporting for UK deals and potential international targets.

The role requires high energy, strong financial modelling and the ability to communicate complex analyses clearly in written reports. A collaborative culture and opportunities to learn are highlighted within the developing M&A practice.