Description a { text-decoration: none; color: 464feb; } tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid e6e6e6; } tr th { background-color: f5f5f5; } We are seeking a highly motivated Associate to join our Investment Banking team in London, with a primary focus on the Chemicals sector within the broader General Industrials division. This role offers the opportunity to work on high‑profile, strategic transactions across M&A, equity and debt capital markets, and broader corporate finance advisory. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical capability, sector interest, and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment. Key Responsibilities Transaction Execution Lead key workstreams across M&A buy‑side and sell‑side mandates, capital raises, and strategic advisory engagements. Prepare, review, and refine financial models, valuation analyses, and sensitivity scenarios. Draft and contribute to client materials, including pitch books, information memoranda, management presentations, and board‑level documents. Support negotiations, due diligence, process management, and transaction structuring. Sector & Client Coverage Conduct detailed sector research across the Chemicals value chain, including specialties, industrial gases, petrochemicals, materials science, and distribution. Track market dynamics, competitive landscapes, regulatory developments, and potential deal opportunities across Europe and globally. Maintain and strengthen client relationships through regular interaction, idea generation, and ongoing dialogue. Team & Leadership Supervise and mentor Analysts, providing guidance on modelling, research, and presentation development. Collaborate with senior bankers on business development initiatives and cross‑border deal execution. Contribute to internal thought‑leadership, sector insights, and marketing materials for the wider General Industrials group. Qualifications & Experience 3–5 years of experience in investment banking, corporate finance, Big 4 lead advisory, private equity, or a chemicals‑focused strategy/consulting environment. Strong technical understanding of valuation methodologies (DCF, trading comparables, precedent transactions, LBO). Proven execution experience across multiple transaction types. Demonstrated interest or experience in the Chemicals sector (preferred but not essential). Excellent financial modelling capability and high attention to detail. Ability to perform under pressure, manage multiple workstreams, and meet tight deadlines. Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to interact with clients and internal stakeholders at all levels. Key Competencies Analytical Rigour – able to interpret complex data, market trends, and financial information. Commercial Mindset – demonstrates strong judgement and awareness of client priorities. Team Leadership – supports and develops junior team members. Collaboration – works effectively across functions, geographies, and product teams. Drive & Initiative – proactive, solutions‑oriented, and capable of owning deliverables.