At a Glance
- Tasks: Support M&A transactions in Oil & Gas and Chemicals, preparing key materials and conducting research.
- Company: Join Standard Chartered Bank, a diverse and inclusive employer making a positive impact globally.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, flexible working, generous leave, and comprehensive wellbeing support.
- Other info: Embrace a culture of continuous learning and inclusivity while growing your career.
- Why this job: Be part of a team driving strategic transactions and making a real difference in the industry.
- Qualifications: Business or Engineering degree with relevant experience in M&A, strong financial skills required.
This job is with Standard Chartered Bank, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community.
Job Summary
The Oil & Gas and Chemicals M&A Advisory team focuses on the origination of strategic transactions, predominantly M&A. This role will support senior staff on transaction origination and execution, contribute to the development of the industry team's strategy, and support client coverage for global clients. The role may be considered at Associate Director or Director level, depending on the candidate's experience, capability and alignment to the role requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Supporting senior staff on transaction origination and execution.
- Developing, in conjunction with the management team, the strategy of the industry team.
- Preparing Information Memoranda, teasers, pitch books, presentations, valuation reports and other transaction-related materials.
- Providing support for client coverage of global clients.
- Carrying out detailed financial modelling.
- Collecting, reviewing and analysing financial and other information from multiple sources.
- Conducting sector and client research, including comparables and other relevant analysis.
- Preparing and collating information for clients on deals.
- Presenting information to senior management and clients.
Qualifications
- A Business, Banking or Engineering qualification with relevant industry experience, or a degree or postgraduate qualification from a top-tier school.
- Relevant industry experience, ideally aligned to Oil & Gas and/or Chemicals, Energy or closely related sector coverage.
- Prior experience in a top-tier investment bank or buy-side, with a track record in M&A, as well as Leveraged Finance or Project Finance.
- Strong financial evaluation and Excel skills.
- The ability to work effectively in both team-based and self-directed settings.
- Strong work ethic, attention to detail and a commitment to excellence.
- The ability to deliver under time pressure.
- A track record of working effectively as a team member.
About Standard Chartered
We're an international bank, nimble enough to act, big enough for impact. For more than 170 years, we've worked to make a positive difference for our clients, communities, and each other. We question the status quo, love a challenge and enjoy finding new opportunities to grow and do better than before. If you're looking for a career with purpose and you want to work for a bank making a difference, we want to hear from you.
What we offer
- In line with our Fair Pay Charter, we offer a competitive salary and benefits to support your mental, physical, financial and social wellbeing.
- Core bank funding for retirement savings, medical and life insurance, with flexible and voluntary benefits available in some locations.
- Time-off including annual leave, parental/maternity (20 weeks), sabbatical (12 months maximum) and volunteering leave (3 days), along with minimum global standards for annual and public holiday, which is combined to 30 days minimum.
- Flexible working options based around home and office locations, with flexible working patterns.
- Proactive wellbeing support through Unmind, a market-leading digital wellbeing platform, development courses for resilience and other human skills, global Employee Assistance Programme, sick leave, mental health first-aiders and all sorts of self-help toolkits.
- A continuous learning culture to support your growth, with opportunities to reskill and upskill and access to physical, virtual and digital learning.
- Being part of an inclusive and values driven organisation, one that embraces and celebrates our unique diversity, across our teams, business functions and geographies - everyone feels respected and can realise their full potential.
Associate Director / Director, Oil & Gas, Chemicals, M&A Advisory employer: Standard Chartered Bank
Standard Chartered Bank is an exceptional employer that champions inclusivity and diversity, making it a great place for professionals seeking meaningful careers in the financial sector. With a strong commitment to employee wellbeing, competitive benefits, and a culture of continuous learning, employees are empowered to grow and thrive in their roles. The bank's flexible working options and proactive support systems ensure that every team member can achieve a healthy work-life balance while contributing to impactful initiatives across the globe.
