About the Role
We are partnering with a leading international investment bank in Frankfurt that is looking to hire an Investment Banking Analyst to join its Corporate Finance & M&A team. The successful candidate will work alongside senior bankers on domestic and cross-border transactions across Energy Transition, Infra-Tech and TMT industries, supporting the execution of complex strategic and financial advisory mandates. This role offers outstanding exposure to high-profile transactions, direct interaction with clients and senior stakeholders, and a clear pathway for long-term career development within Investment Banking.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the execution of live M&A transactions from origination through to completion.
- Build and maintain detailed financial models, including DCF, Trading Comparables, Transaction Comparables, Merger Models and LBO analyses.
- Prepare pitch books, teasers, information memoranda, management presentations and other marketing materials.
- Conduct company, industry and market research to support transaction execution and business development initiatives.
- Perform financial statement analysis, valuation and strategic assessments.
- Assist in due diligence processes and coordinate with clients, lawyers, accountants and other external advisors.
- Prepare investment committee materials and internal approval documentation.
- Monitor capital markets, industry trends and transaction activity across relevant sectors.
- Support senior bankers in client relationship management and business development efforts.
Candidate Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business Administration or a related discipline.
- 1–2 years of experience in Investment Banking, Corporate Finance, Valuation, Transaction Services or Deal Advisory.
- Strong financial modelling and valuation capabilities.
- Experience supporting live M&A transactions.
- Excellent analytical, quantitative and problem-solving skills.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Fluent German and English are required; other European languages are advantageous but not essential.
Preferred Experience
- Exposure to cross-border M&A transactions.
- Experience within Energy Infrastructure, TMT, Broader Industrials or other relevant sectors.
- Knowledge of capital markets and corporate finance concepts.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Benefits:
- Exposure to high-profile domestic and international transactions.
- Lean deal teams with significant responsibility from day one.
- Direct interaction with Managing Directors, clients and financial sponsors.
- Comprehensive technical and professional development.
- Competitive compensation and performance-based bonus.
- Excellent long-term career progression and strong exit opportunities into Private Equity, Growth Equity, Corporate Development and Strategy.
Apply
If you are interested in discussing this opportunity, please apply directly or get in touch austin.kholmatov@moonwalkrec.com for more information