Job Description

Associate - Group Mergers and Acquisitions



Some careers open more doors than others.



If you're looking for a career that will unlock new opportunities, join HSBC and experience the possibilities. Whether you want a role that could take you to the top, or simply take you in an exciting new direction, HSBC offers opportunities, support and rewards that will take you further.



As an HSBC employee in the UK, you will have access to tailored professional development opportunities and a competitive pay and benefits package. This includes private healthcare for all UK-based employees, enhanced maternity and adoption pay and support when you return to work, and a contributory pension scheme with a generous employer contribution.



The Group Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) team plays an integral role in the leadership, management, identification, oversight and execution of all transaction activity including acquisitions, disposals and joint ventures pursued by HSBC on a global basis and across all business lines.





The Associate - Group Mergers and Acquisitions will enjoy full creative and intellectual flexibility and is expected to take initiatives in delivering the end product.



In this role you will: -



Provide execution, quantitative and analytical support for acquisitions and disposals across all transaction scenarios including the identification of possible transactions and appropriate structuring. Assist project executions, prepare valuation analysis, financial models, presentations, and conduct industry research and analysis. Associates will develop their skills by working closely with senior team leaders and line managers within the business and will obtain board exposure to a wide array of transactions. Interact with various levels of management internally and liaise with external parties (e.g. lawyers, accountants, investment bankers, etc.) to ensure smooth progress of the project. Undertake all required activities as directed by Directors and Managing Directors or as agreed in annual objectives in support of the activities of the Group M&A team and in accordance with the Group M&A desk procedures manual. Prepare business case reports, presentations and proposals for the senior members within the Group M&A team often within tight time schedules, conduct thorough research and complex data analysis via both creative and conventional means and work with other internal and external parties on structuring and executing transactions.


To be successful in this role you should meet the following requirements: -



Prior experience of working within a financial modelling, valuation, and execution role is essential. Previous Investment Banking, Corporate Finance or Transaction Services experience is essential. Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills. Strong financial sector valuation skills. Stakeholder management experience at a Senior level is required. Written and Communication skills with experience of presenting.


The base location for this role will be

London

and with a hybrid working pattern.



Being open to different points of view is important for our business and the communities we serve. At HSBC, we're dedicated to creating diverse and inclusive workplaces - no matter their gender, ethnicity, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age.



We take pride in being a Disability Confident Leader and will offer an interview to people with disabilities, long term conditions or neurodivergent candidates who meet the minimum criteria for the role.



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