(Senior) Associate (m/f/d) - Corporate Finance / M&A
Location: Frankfurt, Munich - Germany
About Alvarez & Marsal
Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 13,000 entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals in over 80 offices in almost 40 countries. We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work-guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward and Inclusive Diversity - are why our people appreciate working at A&M.
The Team
A&M EMEA Corporate Finance ("A&M EMEA CF") is a rapidly growing M&A advisory division within Alvarez and Marsal ("A&M"), with over 160+ M&A professionals operating out of more than 15 offices i.a. in the United Kingdom, Ireland, France, Germany, Switzerland, Spain, Italy and Dubai. We collaborate as "one EMEA team" driven by a sector-focused approach and serve founders, entrepreneurs, financial investors, and market-leading corporations with tailored Mergers & Acquisitions Advisory, Capital Raising Advisory, and Strategic Advisory services.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced (Senior) Associate to join our A&M EMEA CF team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on challenging and high-profile M&A transactions across EMEA.
How You Will Contribute
Support transactions across EMEA regions across multiple sectors, including TMT, Business Services, Industrials, Consumer, Healthcare, Energy, and Real Estate
Lead the creation of marketing materials, pitch decks and transaction documents
Oversee all key workstreams, ensuring milestones are deliverables are achieved efficiently and on time
Act as key contact point for all relevant counterparties, including the client, key stakeholders and other advisors
Lead and mentor analysts and interns to maintain high-quality outputs while shaping and executing business development and campaign strategies
Qualifications
Relevant experience in investment banking / similar roles of at least 3 years with a successful and demonstrable track record in advising on M&A transactions
Analytical mindset combined with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment
Proven ability to support the origination of new clients and initiate new business opportunities
Minimum of Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related fields
Fluency in German and English is required
Your journey at A&M
We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person's unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top-notch training and on-the-job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career.
We prioritize your well-being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A&M. The possibilities are endless for high-performing and passionate professionals.
Inclusive Diversity
A&M's entrepreneurial culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who can positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are the main reasons our people love working at A&M. Inclusive Diversity means we embrace diversity, and we foster inclusiveness, encouraging everyone to bring their whole self to work each day. It runs through how we recruit, develop employees, conduct business, support clients, and partner with vendors. It is the A&M way.
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