Investment Banking Associate - Hybrid M&A & Valuation Pro

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Hybrid work arrangement

Health insurance

Retirement plan contributions

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, is seeking an Investment Banker Associate to join a prestigious banking team. The role focuses on advising corporate clients on mergers and acquisitions, capital raising, and strategic financial decisions, with a hybrid work model combining in-office collaboration and remote flexibility.

The role emphasizes deal execution, client relationship management, and rigorous financial modeling, valuation, and market analysis in a fast-paced environment within

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or related quantitative field.
• MBA or equivalent advanced degree is a plus.
• 3–5 years of experience in investment banking, corporate finance, PE, or related field.
• Strong financial modeling, valuation, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Develop complex financial models (M&A, LBO, DCF).
• Prepare pitch books, presentations, and marketing materials.
• Conduct industry research, market analysis and due diligence.
• Assist senior bankers in client relationships and origination.
• Support transaction execution (M&A, divestitures, capital raises).
• Coordinate with lawyers, accountants and advisors.

Skills

Financial modeling

Valuation

Analytical skills

Presentation skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Economics

MBA or equivalent degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Placements24 in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, is seeking an Investment Banker Associate to join a prestigious banking team. The role focuses on advising corporate clients on mergers and acquisitions, capital raising, and strategic financial decisions, with a hybrid work model combining in-office collaboration and remote flexibility.

The role emphasizes deal execution, client relationship management, and rigorous financial modeling, valuation, and market analysis in a fast-paced environment within