Eaton Recruitment is excited to present a fantastic opportunity to join a highly regarded mid-market boutique advisory firm with a strong track record across the Consumer sector, particularly within Food & Beverage. Our client is seeking an Associate to join their growing Consumer, Retail & Leisure team in London.
Known for its healthy deal pipeline and high-quality transaction exposure, this firm also places a genuine emphasis on work–life balance, offering a 3 days in-office / 2 days from home hybrid working model as a core part of its culture.
Key Responsibilities
- Take a central role in executing mid-market transactions, ensuring smooth and efficient deal processes.
- Lead the development and review of detailed financial models and transaction analyses.
- Conduct thorough valuation work to support strategic recommendations.
- Prepare CIMs, management presentations, and marketing materials of the highest standard.
- Support the planning and end-to-end execution of live M&A transactions.
- Coordinate and manage comprehensive business due diligence.
- Perform in-depth industry research and comparable analysis, with a strong focus on Food & Beverage.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships throughout the deal cycle.
Key Requirements
- 5 years of M&A experience within Investment Banking.
- Strong exposure to sell-side transactions, ideally with experience in the Food & Beverage or wider Consumer space.
- Excellent financial modelling, analytical, and presentation skills.
- Demonstrated ability to manage and execute M&A processes with confidence.
- Strong academic background.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Second language would be highly beneficial (Preferably Italian)
Apply today.