Trainee, M&A — Financial Institutions Group (11-Month)

SGS Société Générale de Surveillance SA; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global financial institution is seeking a Trainee in their Financial Institutions Group M&A team. The role requires a university graduate with practical experience in front-office M&A and strong financial modelling skills. You will engage in all stages of deal origination and execution, conducting research and analysis. This position offers the chance to work within a motivated team and contribute to high-profile transactions while developing a deep understanding of the financial sector.

Benefits

Collaborative work environment

Exposure to diverse financial sectors

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• University graduate with practical work experience in front-office M&A.
• Strong interest in and understanding of banks and other financial subsectors.
• Highly motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Engage in all stages of deal origination and execution.
• Conduct industry and company research.
• Perform advanced quantitative analysis and financial modelling.

Skills

Financial modelling

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint

Proficiency in Microsoft Word

Entrepreneurial mindset

Education

University graduate

Job description

A leading global financial institution is seeking a Trainee in their Financial Institutions Group M&A team. The role requires a university graduate with practical experience in front-office M&A and strong financial modelling skills. You will engage in all stages of deal origination and execution, conducting research and analysis. This position offers the chance to work within a motivated team and contribute to high-profile transactions while developing a deep understanding of the financial sector.