Investment Banker

Placements24; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive bonus

Health + retirement

Career growth

Exposure to high-profile deals

Mentorship

Dynamic culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an exceptional Investment Banker to advise on complex M&A and capital-raising activities in the Johannesburg region, including Tembisa. You will build detailed models, craft client materials, and drive deal execution in a competitive market.

Ideal candidates bring 3–5 years in investment banking or private equity, strong valuation skills, and proven deal experience. This role offers a high-performance environment with significant earnings potential and career progression.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics or a related field.
• 3–5 years in investment banking, corporate finance, or private equity.
• Proven track record in M&A execution and financial modelling.
• Strong knowledge of capital markets, valuation methodologies, and analytics.

Responsibilities

• Originate and execute mergers and acquisitions (M&A) transactions for corporate clients.
• Develop detailed financial models, including LBO, DCF, and accretion/dilution analyses.
• Prepare comprehensive investment memorandums, pitch books, and client presentation materials.
• Conduct industry research, market analysis, and due diligence for potential transactions.
• Manage deal processes from initial client contact through to successful closing.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, investors, and other stakeholders.

Skills

Financial modeling

M&A experience

Negotiation

Client relationship management

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Economics

MBA or advanced degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a driven and accomplished Investment Banker to join their prestigious firm in Tembisa. This role is critical in advising clients on complex financial transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, capital raising, and strategic financial advisory services. You will be responsible for conducting extensive financial analysis, developing transaction models, preparing client presentations, and managing deal execution. The successful candidate will thrive in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment, possess exceptional analytical acumen, and demonstrate strong negotiation and client relationship management skills, contributing significantly to the firm's success in the competitive financial markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Originate and execute mergers and acquisitions (M&A) transactions for corporate clients.
• Develop detailed financial models, including LBO, DCF, and accretion/dilution analyses.
• Prepare comprehensive investment memorandums, pitch books, and client presentation materials.
• Conduct industry research, market analysis, and due diligence for potential transactions.
• Manage deal processes from initial client contact through to successful closing.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, investors, and other stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience in investment banking, corporate finance, or private equity.
• Proven track record in M&A transaction execution and financial modeling.
• Deep understanding of capital markets, corporate finance, and valuation methodologies.
• Excellent financial modeling, analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication, presentation, and negotiation abilities.

Benefits

• Highly competitive base salary and significant bonus potential tied to deal performance.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement savings plan.
• Extensive opportunities for career advancement and professional growth.
• Exposure to a wide range of high-profile transactions and industries.
• Mentorship from seasoned industry professionals.
• Dynamic and results-oriented work culture.