Senior Associate, Corporate Development and M&A

KLH Capital; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the global betting and gaming sector seeks a Senior Associate for its Corporate Development and M&A team. This multifaceted role involves driving strategic growth initiatives through collaboration, financial analysis, and market evaluation. Candidates should have substantial experience in investment banking or corporate development, along with strong financial modeling skills. The successful candidate will enjoy extensive benefits and a hybrid working environment.

Benefits

Hybrid-working

Annual bonus

Healthcare support

ShareSave scheme

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Income protection

Additional day off

Development opportunities

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in investment banking or private equity, particularly M&A.
• Strong academic record is essential.
• Proficiency in financial modeling and valuation analysis.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with leaders on growth opportunities and M&A evaluation.
• Conduct financial modeling and due diligence for acquisitions.
• Monitor industry trends and assess risks for investments.

Skills

Financial modeling

Commercial acumen

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Education

Advanced degree in Finance or related field

Job description

Company Description

We’re Entain. Our vision is to deliver the best player experiences as a leading innovator in the global, regulated sports betting and gaming sector. We're home to a global family of more than 25 well-known brands, and with a focus on sustainability and growth, we will transform our sector for our players, for ourselves and for the industry.

Entain’s Group Corporate Development and M&A team is seeking a Senior Associate to help drive strategic growth initiatives, assess investment opportunities, and execute high-impact projects globally. This dynamic role works across multiple areas of the business, including M&A, strategic partnerships, financial planning, and market analysis, collaborating with teams such as Commercial, Product & Technology, Finance and senior leadership.

We’re looking for talented professionals with experience from similar in-house roles, investment banking, private equity, or other professional services firms who thrive in fast-paced, commercial environments.

Job Description

This is an exciting role within a highly active team, with broad responsibilities that include:

• Collaborate with senior leaders to identify and evaluate growth opportunities, including mergers and acquisitions, strategic partnerships, and global investments;
• Take a lead on conducting due diligence, financial modeling, and valuation analysis to support acquisitions, investments, and divestitures, presenting recommendations to executive leadership;
• Monitor industry trends, emerging competitors, and market dynamics to uncover opportunities and assess potential risks;
• Provide in-depth analysis of consumer, technology, and market shifts to inform and refine Entain’s global corporate strategy;
• Evaluate Entain’s performance relative to industry peers, using data-driven insights to support strategic recommendations;
• Partner with cross-functional teams across the business to ensure the seamless execution of high-priority initiatives;
• Contribute fresh ideas, industry knowledge, and innovative approaches to strengthen Entain’s position as a market leader;

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in investment banking, private equity, or corporate development, with exposure to M&A and strategic growth initiatives;
• Strong academic record;
• Advanced financial modeling skills, including valuation of complex transactions;
• Proficiency in presenting findings to executive stakeholders and crafting high-quality business cases;
• Strong commercial acumen and interest in the betting, gaming, technology, and entertainment industries;
• Familiarity with corporate finance principles and business frameworks to guide strategic decisions;
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage ambiguity, and meet tight deadlines;
• Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for tackling complex business challenges;
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and influence key stakeholders;
• A collaborative mindset, with the ability to work effectively across teams and foster a culture of partnership;
• A proactive, self-starter attitude with a commitment to delivering results;

Additional Information

At Entain, we know that signing top players requires a great starting package, and plenty of support to inspire peak performance. Join us, and a competitive salary is just the beginning.

You can expect to receive benefits like

• Hybrid-working
• Annual bonus
• Healthcare support
• A stake in our success through our ShareSave scheme
• Pension scheme - Defined contribution with company matching up to 6%.
• Life assurance - 4x Annual Salary
• Income protection
• Additional ‘It’s Your Game’ day off
• Entain & Enhance days – 2 paid days off for professional or personal development
• Great development opportunities
• Wellbeing support, and so much more.

And outside of this, you’ll have the chance to turn recognition from leaders and colleagues into amazing prizes, join a winning team of talented people and be a part of an inclusive and supporting community where everyone is celebrated for being themselves.

Should you need any adjustments or accommodations to the recruitment process, at either application or interview, please contact us.

At Entain, we do what's right. It's one of our core values and that's why we're taking the lead when it comes to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive future - for our people, and the wider global sports betting and gaming sector. However you identify, our ambition is to ensure our people across the globe feel valued, respected and their individuality celebrated.

We comply with all applicable recruitment regulations and employment laws in the jurisdictions where we operate, ensuring ethical and compliant hiring practices globally.