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Chemicals Investment Banking Associate, london
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Location:
london, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Posted:
22.08.2025
Expiry Date:
06.10.2025
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Job Description:
Firm Overview:
Jefferies is a leading global investment banking firm with offices in major financial centers around the world. We provide insight-driven strategic advice and capital markets execution services to corporate clients, institutional investors, and governments. As a dynamic, entrepreneurial, and client-focused platform, we foster a high-performance culture grounded in integrity, collaboration, and accountability.
Group Overview:
The Industrials team at Jefferies is one of the most active global franchises in the sector, providing advisory and capital-raising services to leading chemical and materials companies across sub-sectors such as industrial gases, agrochemicals, coatings, and specialty & commodity chemicals.
The team works on a wide range of transactions, including mergers & acquisitions (M&A), leveraged buyouts, equity offerings, and debt financings, and has established strong relationships with both strategic players and financial sponsors.
Role Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Associate to join our Chemicals Investment Banking team in London. The Associate will play a key role in transaction execution and client relationship development, working closely with senior bankers, analysts, and clients across geographies.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the execution of M&A and capital markets transactions, including due diligence, financial modeling, valuation, and preparation of marketing and client materials.
* Conduct industry and company research to support live mandates and business development efforts.
* Coordinate and supervise analysts in the preparation of pitch books, presentations, and other deliverables.
* Maintain and develop client relationships through regular interaction, proactive idea generation, and deal execution support.
* Assist in managing internal processes such as compliance, approvals, and transaction documentation.
* Participate in the recruitment, mentoring, and training of junior team members.
Qualifications & Experience:
* 3–5 years of relevant experience in investment banking, private equity, corporate finance, or similar; experience in chemicals or industrials preferred.
* Strong technical skills, including financial modeling, valuation (DCF, precedent transactions, trading comps, LBO), and transaction structuring.
* Deep understanding of M&A and capital markets processes.
* Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects with high attention to detail and tight deadlines.
* Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to working with clients and colleagues.
* Fluency in English required; additional European languages a plus.
* Bachelor’s degree from a top-tier institution; MBA or professional qualification (e.g., ACA, CFA) beneficial but not required.
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