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TS/M&A Associate

Zurich
M&A
Full time
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Marktlink is a committed international M&A specialist with an independent, discrete, and no-nonsense approach. Together with our labels Marktlink Exit-Ready and Marktlink Transaction Services we support entrepreneurs by preparing their business for sale and guide them throughout the entire sales or acquisition process. Our label Marktlink Capital offers entrepreneurs the opportunity to invest in strong private equity and venture capital funds.

Since our start in 1996, entrepreneurs have been our driving force. With a profound market knowledge and a personal approach, we advised many transactions and in doing so we influenced the lives of many.

Published on: 06 november, 2024
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Your goal

Being a TS/M&A Associate is the first career step to becoming a dealmaker. You will work for a deal team that guides entrepreneurs in buying or selling a company. You are financially and analytically strong, but above all commercially and socially skilled. You will not merely be working on spreadsheets, you will be involved in the entire process and meet clients and other stakeholders from day one!
 
In this role, we are also looking for someone with a strong interest in financial due diligence. You will be actively involved in financial analyses, helping to identify key risks and potential deal breakers and, hence, provide our clients a sound basis for their decision. This means you will have the unique opportunity to gain insights in both worlds of Transaction Services and M&A.

At Marktlink we invest in our talents and reinforce each others strengths. That's why we work in multidisciplinary teams. Through the Marktlink Academy you will be offered multiple trainings in every stage of your career. A healthy work-life balance and informal working atmosphere are very important to us.

Your responsibilities

As a TS/M&A Associate (Junior TS/M&A Consultant) at Marktlink, you can roughly expect the following tasks:
  • Perform buy-side and sell-side financial due diligence;
  • Preparation of financial factbooks and perform in-depth analyses; 
  • Participate in meetings and conference calls with target company management;
  • Assist in M&A projects;
  • Engaging in pitching activities and getting to know potential buyers and sellers;
  • Building and maintaining the (Marktlink) network;
  • Broad support of the Manager/Partner during projects.

Your profile

  • You have completed a master’s degree in accounting or finance;
  • You are a social and entrepreneurial person with practical, strategic, tactical and commercial insight;
  • In addition to strong analytical skills, you are punctual highly motivated to learn and progress in your career as well as goal oriented.
  • Demonstrable affinity with the SME (small and mid-size enterprises) sector;
  • An eye for personal relationships and excellent communication skills are essential;
  • Fluency in German is mandatory, Swiss German is a plus;
  • Prior work experience in accounting and/or Transaction Services is a strong advantage

Why us?

  • You will receive a competitive salary and an annual Marktlink bonus;
  • Unlimited holidays. We offer a unique combination of freedom and responsibility;
  • HP tablet/laptop and iPhone;
  • Lots of responsibility from day one, flexible working hours and amazing colleagues;
  • Focus on career growth and inspiring learning programmes;
  • Yearly company ski-trip, and Marktlink Gala.
Our hiring process
Step 1

Let's connect

Once you've applied, expect our response within five working days.

Step 2

Let’s meet

Discover how you and Marktlink align. Let's chat, be it over a phone call or in person.
 

Step 3

Let's dive deep

In search of top talent, we evaluate your skills and qualities through a presentation and Talent Motivation Analysis (TMA) to ensure a perfect match.

Step 4

Let's start

After nailing the final interview, get ready for the offer. Once accepted, a pre-employment screening follows. If all goes well, you can sign and we’ll celebrate with champagne!

Frequently asked questions

Which documents should I include in my application?

Please provide us with your most recent CV, updated motivation and if you really want to shine a video!

Are there any special requirements for working at Marktlink?

For M&A Professionals a finished masters degree in finance or equivalent education is mandatory. For all the other positions please take a look at the requirements per job.

Does Marktlink offer a relocation package?

Regrettably, we currently do not offer any relocation packages.

Does Marktlink provide IND sponsorship for positions?

Unfortunately, at the moment, Marktlink does not provide IND sponsorship for positions. However, we are actively working on this matter and aim to offer sponsorship opportunities in the near future.