M&A Associate (Mining & Metals)

This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious M&A professional looking to take ownership of transactions, build lasting client relationships, and work alongside some of the industry's most experienced corporate finance professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading and executing buy-side and sell-side M&A transactions from origination through to completion.
• Building and maintaining relationships with corporate clients, investors, and key industry stakeholders.
• Identifying new business opportunities and converting prospects into advisory mandates.
• Preparing client presentations, pitch books, teasers, information memoranda, and marketing materials.
• Conducting detailed financial modeling, company valuations, and transaction analysis.
• Structuring complex corporate finance and private capital transactions.
• Leading transaction negotiations and coordinating with legal and financial advisors throughout the deal process.
• Supporting capital raising initiatives across debt, equity, royalty, and alternative funding structures.
• Collaborating with colleagues across multiple African offices on cross-border mandates.
• Mentoring junior team members and contributing to the continued growth of the advisory practice.
• Assisting with strategic business development and sector-focused initiatives within the Metals & Mining and Energy industries.

Job Experience & Skills Required

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Commerce, or a related discipline.
• CFA, CA(SA), FMVA, or other relevant postgraduate qualifications will be advantageous.

• Minimum 3 years' experience within Mergers & Acquisitions, Corporate Finance, Transaction Advisory, or Investment Banking.
• Demonstrated experience executing M&A transactions from origination through to financial close.
• Strong exposure to the Metals & Mining sector is essential.
• Experience in private capital raising, debt advisory, or broader corporate finance transactions will be advantageous.
• Previous experience within an investment bank is highly preferred.

• Advanced financial modeling and valuation expertise.
• Strong commercial and transaction structuring capabilities.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent presentation, negotiation, and communication abilities.
• Proven relationship management and business development experience.
• Ability to manage multiple complex transactions simultaneously.

• Proven M&A execution experience.
• Strong understanding of the Metals & Mining industry.
• Ability to build trusted relationships with senior executives, investors, and advisors.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with excellent commercial judgment.
• Strong leadership capabilities and the ability to mentor junior professionals.
• Willingness to work on cross-border transactions across Africa.