Investment Banking Associate, Industrials (Chemicals)

Jefferies Group LLC; City of London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global investment banking firm is seeking an experienced Investment Banking Associate to join their Chemicals team in London. The role involves leading M&A transactions and developing client relationships. Candidates should have 3–5 years of relevant experience and strong technical skills including financial modeling and valuation. Fluency in English is required, and additional languages are advantageous.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of relevant experience in investment banking or corporate finance.
• Strong technical skills in financial modeling and valuation.
• Fluency in English with additional languages as a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of M&A and capital market transactions.
• Conduct industry and company research.
• Maintain client relationships and support deal execution.

Skills

Financial modeling

Valuation

M&A processes

Client relationship management

Research skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree from a top-tier institution

MBA or professional qualification (e.g., ACA, CFA)

Job description

Investment Banking Associate, Industrials (Chemicals)

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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.

Overview

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.