Sydney Investment Banking Permanent Our client is a global investment bank with a network spanning over 40 countries. The firm is built on a tradition of disciplined entrepreneurship, serving clients with creative solutions and considered thought leadership. They are seeking an Associate in their Infrastructure sector team. The ideal candidate will have 4 or more years of M&A/IBD transaction experience within Investment Banking or Corporate Advisory. The successful candidate will have gained exposure to all aspects of transaction execution including financial valuations, performing due diligence and preparation of investor and management presentations. You will be comfortable with financial modelling in preparing and pitching for deals, as well as deal execution experience. Our client ideally is seeking a strong communicator, with the ability to think strategically to help grow the business and progress as a senior banker within the firm Key responsibilities include: Active participation in transaction teams Building and managing development of detailed financial models Preparation of pitch materials Managing due diligence processes Management of datarooms Engagement with client and other advisors in transaction related workstreams Co-ordinating and instructing junior staff Project management activities About you Bachelor of commerce, finance, law, and/or science Related post graduate qualification Experience managing transaction teams on a full range of advisory mandates Highly organised, motivated, and driven individual Minimum of 4 – 6 years’ experience with an investment bank or Corporate Advisory firm Possess well developed analytical skills, high intelligence and commercial acumen Experience and/or strong interest in the natural resources sector The salary will vary depending on direct IBD/M&A experience in the Infrastructure sector