Remote M&A Banker - Lead High-Impact Deals

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive health, dental, and vision

Retirement savings plan with matching

Significant annual leave

Fully remote work arrangement

Networking opportunities and industry/

Challenging and intellectuallyStim

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an accomplished Investment Banker specializing in M&A Advisory to join a fully remote, globally distributed team. You will advise corporations, sponsors, and government entities on strategic transactions, lead deal execution, and manage client relationships from a home office.

Requires MBA or equivalent and 7+ years in M&A, with strong financial modeling, valuation, and deal-structuring skills; experience in remote teams is essential.

Qualifications

• MBA or equivalent advanced degree from a top-tier institution.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in M&A advisory, investment banking, corporate development, or related field.
• Proven expertise in financial modeling, valuation techniques, and transaction structuring.
• Exceptional analytical, quantitative, and strategic thinking skills.
• Outstanding written, verbal communication, and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to lead deal teams and manage multiple projects under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Originate and execute M&A transactions, leading deal teams through all phases of the process.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with corporate clients, private equity firms, and other stakeholders.
• Conduct comprehensive financial analysis, valuation modeling (DCF, LBO, precedent transactions, comp sets), and market research.
• Prepare and deliver persuasive presentations, pitch books, and marketing materials for client engagements.
• Manage due diligence processes, coordinating with legal, accounting, and other advisors.
• Negotiate transaction terms and structures to achieve optimal outcomes for clients.
• Stay abreast of global M&A trends, economic conditions, and regulatory developments.
• Mentor and develop junior bankers, fostering a culture of excellence in a remote environment.
• Contribute to strategic direction and business development within the M&A practice.
• Ensure the highest standards of professionalism, ethics, and client service across engagements.

Skills

Financial modeling

Valuation techniques

Negotiation

Relationship management

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Communication

Deal execution

Education

MBA or equivalent advanced degree

Bachelor’s in Finance/Economics or related field

Tools

Bloomberg

FactSet

CapIQ

Excel (advanced)

PowerPoint

Job description

Placements24 seeks an accomplished Investment Banker specializing in M&A Advisory to join a fully remote, globally distributed team. You will advise corporations, sponsors, and government entities on strategic transactions, lead deal execution, and manage client relationships from a home office.

Requires MBA or equivalent and 7+ years in M&A, with strong financial modeling, valuation, and deal-structuring skills; experience in remote teams is essential.