Investment Banking Associate - Technology Team in Slough

Investment Banking Associate – Technology Team

The Business

This is an exciting opportunity to join a global mid-market bank with a strong track record of successfully completing M&A, Debt, and Fundraising transactions. With a highly experienced Senior Team and a commitment to professional development, our client provides an environment where everyone can thrive.

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Associate to join a well-established, high-performing Technology team. Ideal candidates will be Investment Banking M&A professionals with 4 – 6 years of M&A / Corporate Finance deal execution experience from a Bank or Leading Advisory platform. You’ll be at the heart of the deal process—originating, analysing, and executing transactions rather than working from the sidelines.

Experience and a strong interest in the technology sector is advantageous.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Analysis & Business Plans: Preparing, analysing, and explaining companies\’ historical and projected financial information and business plans.
• Due Diligence Coordination: Performing and coordinating business due diligence to ensure that all relevant information is considered in decision-making.
• Marketing & Presentations: Developing impactful marketing materials, such as management presentations and marketing pitches, tailored to different audiences and needs.
• Valuation: Assisting in the valuation of companies and businesses, considering both financial and strategic perspectives.
• M&A Engagement Support: Assisting in the marketing and planning of M&A engagements and contributing to the execution of active transactions.
• Team Leadership & Development: Supervising and mentoring junior staff to help them grow, ensuring they are empowered and supported in their work.
• Problem Solving & Innovation: Bringing creative solutions and fresh ideas to the table to overcome challenges and drive results.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• Must have 4 – 6 years of M&A sell side deal execution experience ideally from an investment bank or boutique advisory.
• Must have tech sector experience
• Proven experience with mid-market M&A transactions and working with high profile Private Equity clients including an understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities that come with this space.
• Must have strong ability to analyse and value companies, particularly in the context of technology, financial performance, strategic relevance, and market attractiveness.
• Must have exceptional oral and written communication abilities, with a focus on building rapport with clients and stakeholders from diverse backgrounds.
• Proven ability to coach and support junior staff members, fostering an environment of collaboration and mutual respect.
• A problem-solving mindset, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities, think creatively, and innovate.