M&A Associate
Pubblicato il 20-09-2026 - Sparq. in Milano
M&A; Associate 1/2
We are currently partnering with a Tier 1 Boutique M&A; to identify an M&A; Associate 1 or 2 to join its growing team in Milan.
This is an excellent opportunity for a professional with 4-5 years of relevant experience looking to further develop their career within a dynamic and high-performing environment, gaining direct exposure to complex and high-profile transactions involving entrepreneurs, PE funds, corporate groups, and institutional investors.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the execution of buy-side and sell-side M&A; mandates throughout the full transaction lifecycle.
- Prepare marketing materials, including Teasers, Information Memoranda, Business Plans, Management Presentations, and pitchbooks.
- Perform financial analysis, including financial statement review and reclassification from trial balances.
- Build and maintain sophisticated valuation and financial models (DCF, LBO, Trading Comparables, Transaction Comparables, and scenario analyses).
- Coordinate due diligence processes and liaise with clients, investors, legal advisors, and other counterparties involved in the transaction process.
- Conduct industry, market,
and company research to support both execution and origination activities.
- Assist senior professionals in transaction structuring, negotiations, and client relationship management.
Requirements
- 4-5 years of experience within M&A; Advisory, Investment Banking, Corporate Finance, or a similar financial advisory environment.
- Strong financial modelling and valuation capabilities.
- Solid understanding of corporate finance, accounting principles, and financial statement analysis.
- Excellent proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
- Degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Engineering, or related discipline.
- Fluent English, both written and spoken.
- Strong analytical mindset, attention to detail, and ability to perform effectively in a demanding and fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact confidently with clients and senior stakeholders.
Location: Milan
Base Salary Range: € 75.000 - € 80.0000