Investment Banking Associate

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybride; ZAR 1 200 000 - 2 400 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Bonus

Medical and retirement benefits

Relocation assistance

Career progression

Résumé du poste

Placements24 in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, seeks an Investment Banking Associate to advise on M&A, capital raising, and strategic advisory for corporate clients, financial institutions, and governments in the region.

You will build financial models (DCF, LBO), prepare CIMs and pitch books, conduct industry research, manage deal execution with junior staff, and coordinate with clients, legal counsel, and advisers to drive opportunities and growth.

Qualifications

• MBA or Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in investment banking or related fields.
• Strong financial modeling and valuation experience.
• Proficiency with Bloomberg or Refinitiv and advanced Excel/PowerPoint.

Responsabilités

• Assist in origination and execution of M&A, debt, and equity financings.
• Develop financial models and valuation analyses (DCF, LBO, precedent transactions).
• Prepare CIMs, pitch books, and management presentations.
• Conduct industry research and due diligence on potential clients and targets.
• Manage junior team members and analysts in deal execution.
• Coordinate with clients, legal counsel, and advisers throughout the deal process.
• Support senior bankers in client meetings and business development efforts.
• Monitor market trends and identify opportunities for the firm.

Connaissances

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management under pressure

Multitasking

Formation

MBA or Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, or related field

Outils

Bloomberg

Refinitiv

Excel

PowerPoint

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a distinguished investment bank, is actively seeking a highly motivated Investment Banking Associate to join their growing team in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape . This role is integral to advising corporations, financial institutions, and governments on complex financial transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, capital raising, and strategic advisory. The Associate will play a key role in deal execution, client relationship management, and driving business development within the region. This is an exceptional opportunity to build a career at the forefront of corporate finance in Port Elizabeth .

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the origination and execution of M&A transactions, debt and equity financings.
• Develop comprehensive financial models, including valuation analyses (DCF, LBO, precedent transactions).
• Prepare marketing materials such as pitch books, confidential information memorandums (CIMs), and management presentations.
• Conduct industry research and due diligence on potential clients and targets.
• Manage junior team members and analysts in the execution of transactions.
• Coordinate with clients, legal counsel, and other advisors throughout the deal process.
• Support senior bankers in client meetings and business development efforts.
• Monitor market trends and identify new opportunities for the firm.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of all financial analyses and transaction-related documentation.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and industry contacts in the Eastern Cape .

Requirements

• MBA or Master's degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field from a top-tier institution.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience in investment banking, corporate finance, or private equity.
• Proven experience in financial modeling, valuation, and transaction execution.
• Strong understanding of capital markets and corporate finance principles.
• Excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills, including presentation abilities.
• Proficiency in financial databases (e.g., Bloomberg, Refinitiv) and advanced Excel/PowerPoint skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Adaptability and a strong willingness to learn in a demanding environment.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary of ZAR.
• Performance-based bonus structure reflecting individual and firm success.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Significant opportunities for career progression within a leading global firm.
• Exposure to high-profile transactions and a diverse client base in Port Elizabeth .
• Access to ongoing professional development programs.
• Collaborative and intellectually stimulating work environment.
• Relocation assistance for candidates relocating to Port Elizabeth .
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Networking opportunities within the financial industry.