M&A Associate: Mid‑Market Deals & Financial Modeling

Hire Resolve; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Pan-African investment bank is seeking an experienced M&A Associate to join their Johannesburg team. The successful candidate will drive mid-market transaction execution, build complex financial models, manage due diligence processes, and draft investment memoranda. This role demands 3-5 years of relevant experience in corporate finance or transaction advisory. A strong academic background and advanced financial modeling skills are essential. This position offers a competitive salary based on experience.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in corporate finance, M&A, or a Big 4 transaction advisory.
• Strong academic background with relevant degree.
• Advanced proficiency in financial modeling for DCF or LBO valuations.

Responsibilities

• Build and review complex financial models for transaction valuations.
• Manage due diligence processes and client communications.
• Draft investment memoranda and presentations for capital raising.

Skills

Financial modeling

Corporate finance

Transaction advisory

Due diligence management

Valuation assessment

Business development

Education

Relevant undergraduate degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Mathematics

Professional qualification such as CA(SA) or CFA

Job description

A leading Pan-African investment bank is seeking an experienced M&A Associate to join their Johannesburg team. The successful candidate will drive mid-market transaction execution, build complex financial models, manage due diligence processes, and draft investment memoranda. This role demands 3-5 years of relevant experience in corporate finance or transaction advisory. A strong academic background and advanced financial modeling skills are essential. This position offers a competitive salary based on experience.