Investment Banking Associate, Industrials Sector Knowledge - Selby Jennings - eFinancialCareers : Job Details

Investment Banking Associate 2

Location: London, UKFirm: Leading Independent Investment BankDivision: Generalist Advisory with Industrials FocusEmployment Type: Full-Time

A premier global advisory firm with a strong reputation for delivering high-impact financial advice across M&A, restructuring, and capital raising. Known for its lean structure, collaborative culture, and direct exposure to senior leadership, the firm offers Associates the opportunity to work on complex, cross-border transactions with blue-chip clients.

We are seeking a high-performing Associate 2 to join the London office, bringing a generalist background and proven experience in the industrials sector. The ideal candidate will be a top-ranked performer with strong technical skills and a track record of excellence in transaction execution.

• Lead execution of M&A and strategic advisory mandates across sectors, with a focus on industrials.
• Develop and review detailed financial models and valuation analyses.
• Prepare client presentations, pitch materials, and internal documentation.
• Conduct market and industry research to support deal origination and execution.
• Collaborate with senior bankers and mentor junior team members.
• Engage with clients, legal advisors, and other stakeholders throughout the deal lifecycle.

• Experience: 4-7 years in investment banking, ideally with exposure to industrials transactions.
• Education: Strong academic background from a top-tier institution.
• Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in financial modelling and valuation techniques.
• Performance: Consistently top-ranked with a strong deal sheet.
• Attributes: Analytical, commercially minded, and highly collaborative.
• Communication: Clear and confident communicator with client-facing experience.

• High visibility and direct interaction with senior leadership.
• Entrepreneurial culture with significant responsibility from day one.
• Exposure to high-profile transactions and global clients.
• Supportive environment focused on professional growth and development.

Interested candidates should submit a CV to this job ad