Investment Banking Associate

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Health and wellness benefits

Access to advanced financial tools

Mentorship from industry professionals

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban seeks an accomplished Investment Banking Associate to support senior bankers in executing complex transactions, including M&A and capital raising. The role focuses on financial modeling, valuation, due diligence, and client relationship management.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of relevant experience and hold a Master’s degree in Finance or MBA, with strong analytical and communication skills for high-profile deals in a dynamic market.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Finance, MBA or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in investment banking, corporate finance, private equity or related field.
• Proven ability in financial modeling, valuation techniques and transaction execution.
• Strong understanding of financial markets, corporate finance principles and deal structuring.
• Excellent analytical, quantitative and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication with professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed financial models for valuation, LBO analysis, and M&A scenarios.
• Conduct industry and company research to support transaction execution and client pitches.
• Prepare client materials such as pitch books and information memorandums.
• Assist in due diligence, coordinating with clients, legal counsel and advisors.
• Support senior bankers in client relationship management and business development.
• Analyze market trends to identify potential transaction opportunities for the firm.

Skills

Financial modeling

Valuation

Due diligence

Client relationship management

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Finance or MBA

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and accomplished Investment Banking Associate to join their esteemed team in Durban . This dynamic role involves supporting senior bankers in executing complex financial transactions, including mergers and acquisitions (M&A), corporate finance advisory, and capital raising for a diverse range of clients. You will be instrumental in financial modeling, valuation, due diligence, and client relationship management. This is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious finance professional eager to advance their career in the high-stakes world of investment banking.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed financial models for valuation, LBO analysis, and merger/acquisition scenarios.
• Conduct comprehensive industry and company research to support transaction execution and client pitches.
• Prepare client presentation materials, including pitch books, information memorandums, and management presentations.
• Assist in the due diligence process, coordinating with clients, legal counsel, and other advisors.
• Support senior bankers in client relationship management and business development activities.
• Analyze market trends and identify potential transaction opportunities for the firm.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Finance, MBA, or a related field from a reputable institution.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience in investment banking, corporate finance, private equity, or a related field.
• Proven ability in financial modeling, valuation techniques, and transaction execution.
• Strong understanding of financial markets, corporate finance principles, and deal structuring.
• Excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a high degree of professionalism.

Benefits

• Highly competitive base salary and significant performance-based bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Access to cutting-edge financial tools and databases.
• Mentorship from experienced industry professionals in Durban.
• Exposure to a wide variety of challenging and high-profile transactions.