Associate – Technology Investment Banking (M&A)

Work Location: London, United Kingdom

Hours: 35

Line of Business: TD Securities

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Job Description:

Location: London, United Kingdom

Team: Technology Investment Banking

Level: Associate

Overview

TD Securities is seeking a highly motivated Associate to join its London-based Technology Investment Banking team. The successful candidate will play an integral role in the execution of mergers & acquisitions, strategic advisory and capital raising transactions across a broad range of technology sectors, including software, data & analytics, fintech, vertical software, industrial technology and tech-enabled services. As part of a growing global technology franchise, the Associate will work closely with senior bankers and clients on live transactions while gaining significant exposure to founder-led businesses, private equity investors and publicly listed technology companies. The role offers substantial responsibility, direct client interaction and the opportunity to contribute to the origination, execution and completion of high-profile transactions.

Key Responsibilities

• Transaction Execution
• Manage day-to-day execution workstreams across live M&A and strategic advisory mandates.
• Build and review complex financial models, including DCF, trading comparables, precedent transactions, merger models and LBO analyses.
• Coordinate due diligence processes and manage interactions with clients, investors, legal advisers, accountants and other stakeholders.
• Support the preparation of marketing materials, process documentation and transaction deliverables.
• Assist in transaction negotiations, valuation discussions and deal structuring analysis.
• Client Coverage & Business Development
• Prepare pitch books, strategic presentations and market updates for existing and prospective clients.
• Conduct industry research and competitive analysis across key technology sub-sectors.
• Identify sector trends, strategic opportunities and potential acquisition targets.
• Support senior bankers in developing client relationships and new business opportunities.
• Leadership & Project Management
• Manage analysts across multiple workstreams and ensure deliverables are completed to a high standard.
• Review financial models, presentations and analyses prepared by junior team members.
• Maintain project timelines across multiple concurrent transactions.
• Contribute to training, coaching and development of analysts within the team.

Qualifications & Experience

• 3 - 5 years of investment banking (M&A) or corporate finance experience.
• Demonstrated M&A execution experience, preferably within technology, software, fintech or related sectors.
• Strong financial modelling, valuation and analytical capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple workstreams under tight deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality client work.
• Bachelor's degree with strong academic credentials; postgraduate qualifications are advantageous.

Desired Characteristics

• Passion for the technology sector and emerging market trends.
• Commercial mindset with strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Entrepreneurial attitude with a willingness to take ownership and drive outcomes.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage confidently with clients, investors and senior executives.

What We Offer

• Exposure to high-profile European and cross-border M&A transactions.
• Direct interaction with founders, CEOs, CFOs and private equity investors.
• Opportunity to work alongside leading technology investment bankers across Europe and North America.
• A collaborative culture focused on professional development and career progression.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

Colleague Development

If you’re interested in a specific career path or are looking to build certain skills, we want to help you succeed. You’ll have regular career, development, and performance conversations with your manager, as well as access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities.

If you’re passionate about helping clients and building deep, lasting relationships, TD offers diverse career paths where you can grow your expertise and make a meaningful impact. We're committed to your success and foster a respectful workplace where diverse perspectives are valued, everyone has fair opportunities to grow, and you can unlock your full potential to achieve your career goals.

Training & Onboarding

We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you’ve got everything you need to succeed in your new role.

Interview Process

We’ll reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call.

Accommodation

If you require an accommodation for the recruitment / interview process (including alternate formats of materials, or accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.