Investment Banking Associate

The Investment Banking Associate is an intermediate‑level position in our Swiss Investment Banking Team in Zurich. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting clients in executing complex transactions across M&A, Equity Capital Markets, and Debt Capital Markets, in coordination with various sector and product banking teams. The overall objective of this role is to act as a strategic advisor to our clients, which include large multinational corporations and financial sponsors.

• Develop comprehensive financial models and valuation analyses for M&A, equity, and debt transactions to support strategic client advisory.
• Create and prepare high‑impact client presentations that analyse industry trends, assess financial situations, and recommend strategies to help clients achieve their goals.
• Assist in managing the full transaction lifecycle, which includes leading due diligence processes and coordinating with advisors.
• Play a key role in developing and strengthening client relationships, participating in advisory teams, and ensuring effective communication throughout transaction processes.
• Contribute to the firm's apprenticeship culture by actively training, mentoring, and guiding the professional development of our analysts and interns.

• Preferred candidates will hold 3-6 years of relevant experience in Investment Banking.
• Degree in Finance, Business Administration, Econometrics, or Science preferred.
• Proven experience covering Swiss corporates is highly desirable.
• Experience in corporate valuation and complex financial analyses.
• Exceptional analytical, quantitative, and problem‑solving skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure environment.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with proven experience in a client‑facing capacity.

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