Investment Banking - EMEA Consumer & Retail M&A - Associate

Investment Banking – EMEA Consumer & Retail M&A – Associate LONDON, LONDON, United Kingdom Job Information Job Identification: 210557695 Job Category: Associates Business Unit: Corporate & Investment Bank Posting Date: 10/08/2024, 08:55 AM Locations: 25 Bank Street, Canary Wharf, London, Greater London, E14 5JP, GB Job Schedule: Full time Job Description This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is highly motivated to work in a dynamic team, to contribute to our Investment Banking business and the leading M&A franchise focusing on transactions in the Consumer & Retail sector. As an Associate in the Investment Banking EMEA M&A team, you will play a central role in advising clients with respect to Consumer & Retail M&A transactions. You will have great exposure in a variety of the landmark M&A transactions that take place in EMEA, working closely with country and the Consumer & Retail coverage teams in the bank. You will work with expert professionals at the heart of a leading global investment bank and will get exposure to formal training, hands-on learning opportunities, continuous mentoring and feedback, and numerous development opportunities. Job Responsibilities Become an expert in the execution of M&A transactions within the Consumer & Retail sectors by driving deals from launch to signing, including investor outreach, active communication with investors/management, and overall transaction management. Develop highly bespoke and sophisticated M&A processes while working closely with clients and in tandem with country and other product teams during origination and execution stages. Develop elaborate financial analyses and valuation models to help clients evaluate investment opportunities, potential capital structures or alternative monetarisation paths. Work closely with management teams to develop comprehensive transaction materials, including the preparation of business plans, performance analyses, due diligence reports and marketing materials. Support in the final negotiations for transactions and help driving deals across the finish line. Design, organise and project manage M&A processes. Participate in and contribute to M&A structuring discussions & negotiations. Prepare valuation and other financial return models. Support due diligence, deal documentation and announcement preparation. Liaise regularly with relevant counterparts at the client and other advisers. Required Qualifications, Capabilities and Skills Investment banking experience, particularly Corporate Finance or M&A. Strong interest and understanding of M&A and M&A processes, and true passion for Consumer & Retail industries. Strong desire to achieve optimal transaction outcomes and create value for our clients. Excellent communication and project management skills. Desire to work across sectors, and in particular the Infrastructure sector, and have exposure to many different types of M&A transactions. Proficient technical ability and overall corporate finance proficiency, including strong modelling skills (LBO, DCF, DDM) as well as knowledge of broader investment banking products. Ability to engage in client and investors communications, as well as dealing with clients and other advisers. Ability to take ownership across a transaction, with exposure to industry, country, and product teams. Ability to show initiative and support across several transactions in parallel, managing time appropriately across competing demands. Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities and Skills Prior experience in Consumer & Retail investment banking/advisory preferred. European language (in addition to English) is desired but not mandatory. This role encompasses the performance of regulated activity. The successful candidate will therefore be subject to meeting regulatory requirements in the assessment of fitness, propriety, knowledge and competence. About Us J.P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products to the world’s most prominent corporations, governments, wealthy individuals and institutional investors. We strive to build trusted, long-term partnerships to help our clients achieve their business objectives. About the Team The Corporate & Investment Bank is a global leader across investment banking, wholesale payments, markets and securities services. Investment banking is about more than offering industry-leading advice and financial expertise. Teams serve clients by building long-term, trusted partnerships that put their needs first. #J-18808-Ljbffr