Investment Banker

Placements24; Richards Bay; On-site; ZAR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Health benefits

Professional development

Exposure to high-profile transactions

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay seeks an experienced Investment Banker to join its corporate finance division. You will advise on mergers, acquisitions, capital raising, and strategic transactions while building client relationships and leading deal processes in South Africa’s dynamic market.

The role requires a minimum of 7 years in investment banking or related fields, with strong modeling, valuation, and negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in investment banking, corporate finance, or related field.
• Proven track record of executing M&A and capital markets transactions.
• Excellent financial modeling, valuation, and analytical skills.
• Strong understanding of financial markets, corporate finance principles, and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise corporate clients on mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and other strategic transactions.
• Lead and manage the execution of capital raising activities, including equity and debt offerings.
• Develop financial models, valuation analyses, and transaction proposals.
• Conduct due diligence, prepare offering memorandums, and negotiate deal terms.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, investors, and other financial institutions.
• Stay abreast of market trends, industry developments, and regulatory changes impacting the finance sector.

Skills

M&A experience

Financial modeling

Valuation analysis

Deal execution

Negotiation

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Finance/ Economics/ Business

MBA preferred

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Investment Banker to join their corporate finance division in Richards Bay . This demanding role involves advising clients on mergers and acquisitions, capital raising, and strategic financial transactions. You will be instrumental in building client relationships, managing deal processes, and executing complex financial transactions within the dynamic South African market. This is a premier opportunity for a driven individual to excel in a high-stakes, intellectually challenging environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise corporate clients on mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and other strategic transactions.
• Lead and manage the execution of capital raising activities, including equity and debt offerings.
• Develop financial models, valuation analyses, and transaction proposals.
• Conduct due diligence, prepare offering memorandums, and negotiate deal terms.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, investors, and other financial institutions.
• Stay abreast of market trends, industry developments, and regulatory changes impacting the finance sector.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field. MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in investment banking, corporate finance, or a related field.
• Proven track record of successfully executing M&A and capital markets transactions.
• Exceptional financial modeling, valuation, and analytical skills.
• Strong understanding of financial markets, corporate finance principles, and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.

Benefits

• Exceptional salary and significant performance-based bonus potential.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Access to exclusive industry networks and professional development opportunities.
• Exposure to high-profile transactions and significant career growth.
• Work in a stimulating and collaborative office environment in Richards Bay .