Hybrid Corporate Finance Associate - M&A & Valuation

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Competitive bonus potential

Medical aid & retirement savings

Professional growth opportunities

Vibrant Durban-based culture

Deal flow access

Work-life balance support

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, seeks a Corporate Finance Associate to support M&A, capital raising, and advisory projects. You will build robust financial models, evaluate valuations, and contribute to transaction execution while engaging with diverse clients.

The role combines office collaboration with remote flexibility in a hybrid setting, tailored for professionals eager to advance in corporate finance within South Africa's dynamic market.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Finance, Economics, Business Administration or related field.
• MBA or CFA considered an advantage for progression.

Responsibilities

• Assist in origination and execution of M&A transactions, managing the deal process from start to finish.
• Develop detailed financial models, including DCF, comps, and precedent transactions.
• Prepare client presentations, pitch books, and information memorandums for fundraising and M&A mandates.
• Conduct industry research and company analysis to identify targets, buyers, or investors.
• Support senior bankers in client meetings, negotiations, and due diligence processes.
• Analyse financial statements to assess valuation and transaction feasibility.
• Coordinate with legal advisors, auditors, and third parties during processes.
• Build relationships with clients, investors, and stakeholders in Banking & Finance.
• Stay informed about market trends and regulatory changes affecting corporate finance.
• Assist in business development and identify new opportunities for the firm.

Skills

Financial modelling

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field

MBA or CFA (advantageous)

Tools

Excel

Job description

Placements24 in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, seeks a Corporate Finance Associate to support M&A, capital raising, and advisory projects. You will build robust financial models, evaluate valuations, and contribute to transaction execution while engaging with diverse clients.

The role combines office collaboration with remote flexibility in a hybrid setting, tailored for professionals eager to advance in corporate finance within South Africa's dynamic market.