Investment Banking Associate – London

About the role

Jefferies is seeking a motivated Investment Banking Associate to join its UK coverage and sector teams in London. The role offers immediate exposure to M&A, equity capital markets and financing transactions, working closely with senior bankers and clients from day one.

Key responsibilities

• Lead day‑to‑day execution workstreams on M&A, ECM and financing deals.
• Build, review and refine detailed financial models (DCF, LBO, merger models, comparable analysis).
• Prepare high‑quality client presentations, management decks, information memoranda and other deal materials.
• Coordinate due‑diligence processes with clients, lawyers, consultants and internal teams.
• Support senior bankers in strategic dialogue, idea generation and client meetings.
• Conduct industry and company research to underpin pitch and execution materials.
• Mentor analysts, drive process efficiency and share knowledge within the team.

Required profile

• Prior full‑time investment banking experience at the Associate level, or a top‑performing Analyst ready for promotion.
• Strong technical aptitude in modelling, valuation and financial analysis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with high attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams and build trusted relationships with colleagues and clients.
• Demonstrated interest in UK corporates, markets and broader economic trends.

Required skills

• Financial modeling (DCF, LBO, merger models)
• Valuation analysis
• Financial analysis