Investment Banking Analyst: M&A, Valuation & Modeling

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health and wellness benefits

Extensive training and mentorship

Exposure to high-profile deals

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay seeks an analytical Investment Banking Analyst to assist in origination and execution of M&A transactions. You will build complex financial models (valuation, DCF, LBO) and prepare CIMs and pitch books for client marketing.

A finance-related degree and internship experience are preferred, with strong Excel and PowerPoint skills. The role promises exposure to high-profile deals, extensive training, and mentorship, supporting a fast-paced, results-driven environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related quantitative field.
• Strong academic record with aptitude in finance and accounting.
• Excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in origination and execution of M&A transactions.
• Develop financial models including valuation, DCF, and LBO.
• Prepare client marketing materials (CIMs, pitch books, presentations).
• Conduct industry and company analysis to support strategies.
• Support senior bankers in client meetings and negotiations.
• Perform due diligence activities for transactions.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Financial modeling

Excel

PowerPoint

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Economics

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Placements24 in Richards Bay seeks an analytical Investment Banking Analyst to assist in origination and execution of M&A transactions. You will build complex financial models (valuation, DCF, LBO) and prepare CIMs and pitch books for client marketing.

A finance-related degree and internship experience are preferred, with strong Excel and PowerPoint skills. The role promises exposure to high-profile deals, extensive training, and mentorship, supporting a fast-paced, results-driven environment