At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead M&A and capital raising transactions while managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Company: Join Jefferies, a top global investment banking firm with a dynamic culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, diverse work environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative team culture with strong emphasis on diversity and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make an impact on high-profile transactions and develop your skills alongside industry leaders.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and 3-6 years of investment banking experience required.
The predicted salary is between 54000 - 66000 £ per year.
Location: London, United Kingdom
Team: Investment Banking – Industrials
Level: Associate
About Jefferies
Jefferies is a leading global, full-service investment banking and capital markets firm, providing advisory, sales and trading, research, and asset management services to clients worldwide. With a strong entrepreneurial culture and a commitment to delivering exceptional client outcomes, Jefferies advises corporates, financial sponsors, and institutional investors across a broad range of strategic and financial transactions.
The Industrials team is a core sector coverage group within Investment Banking, providing strategic advice and execution expertise across a diverse range of subsectors including aerospace & defence, transportation, business services, capital goods, engineering, industrial technology, and infrastructure services.
The Opportunity
Jefferies is seeking a highly motivated Associate to join its London-based Industrials Investment Banking team. The successful candidate will play a key role in the execution of M&A, equity capital markets, debt financing, and broader strategic advisory transactions for leading industrial companies and financial sponsor clients across EMEA. This position offers significant client exposure, responsibility, and the opportunity to work alongside senior bankers on high-profile transactions in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Transaction Execution
- Support and lead the execution of M&A, capital raising, and strategic advisory mandates.
- Manage multiple workstreams across live transactions and client engagements.
- Coordinate due diligence processes, data rooms, and transaction documentation.
- Prepare and review marketing materials, management presentations, information memoranda, and board materials.
- Liaise with clients, legal advisors, accountants, lenders, and other transaction parties.
- Financial Analysis & Valuation
- Build and review complex financial models, including: Discounted Cash Flow (DCF), Trading Comparables, Transaction Comparables, LBO Analysis, Merger Models.
- Conduct detailed financial, strategic, and industry analysis.
- Develop valuation materials and transaction recommendations for clients.
- Client Development
- Support senior bankers in preparing client pitches and strategic presentations.
- Contribute market intelligence, sector insights, and company-specific analysis.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, investors, and advisers.
- Leadership & Team Management
- Oversee and mentor Analysts on financial modelling, valuation work, and presentation materials.
- Review work products to ensure high standards of accuracy and quality.
- Contribute to a collaborative, high-performance team culture.
Qualifications & Experience Required
- Bachelor's degree with a strong academic record.
- 3–6 years of relevant investment banking experience.
- Demonstrated experience executing M&A and capital markets transactions.
- Strong financial modelling, accounting, and valuation skills.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
Preferred
- Previous Industrials sector experience.
- Experience advising both corporate and private equity clients.
- Cross-border transaction experience within EMEA or globally.
- Professional qualifications such as ACA, CFA or equivalent are advantageous.
Jefferies is committed to building a culture that provides opportunities for all employees regardless of our differences and supports a workforce that is reflective of the communities where we work and live. Jefferies is an equal employment opportunity employer, and takes affirmative action to ensure that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, genetic information, reproductive health decisions, or any other factor protected by applicable law.
Full time
Posting Date: 2026-06-29
General Industrials - Analyst / Associate employer: Jefferies Financial Group
Jefferies is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and entrepreneurial work environment in the heart of London. With a strong focus on employee development, you will have the opportunity to work closely with senior bankers on high-profile transactions, gaining invaluable experience in investment banking. The company's commitment to diversity and inclusion fosters a collaborative culture where innovative ideas thrive, making it an ideal place for motivated professionals seeking meaningful career growth.
