UK Investment Banking - Associate

Role OverviewThe UK Investment Banking team is seeking an Associate or Vice President to join our London office. This individual will play an integral role in the execution of M&A, capital markets, and strategic advisory assignments for UK and international clients.The successful candidate will work closely with senior bankers, clients, and internal partners, contributing to all aspects of transaction execution and origination across a broad mix of sectors within the UK market.Key ResponsibilitiesTransaction ExecutionLead and support the execution of M&A, ECM, DCM, and strategic advisory mandates.Manage day‑to‑day deal processes, including preparing key client materials, coordinating due diligence, and overseeing workstreams.Build, review, and refine detailed financial models and valuation analyses.Client Engagement & Relationship BuildingWork directly with senior bankers to prepare and deliver pitches, strategic updates, and market materials.Contribute to strengthening existing client relationships and identifying new business opportunities.Market & Sector InsightConduct market research, peer benchmarking, and sector analysis to support client dialogues and origination efforts.Stay current on UK market trends, regulatory developments, and relevant sector themes.Leadership & Team ContributionMentor and oversee Analysts and interns, providing guidance and high‑quality oversight.Collaborate across product and sector teams within Jefferies’ global platform.Required Experience & QualificationsAssociate LevelMinimum 3 years of investment banking experience, ideally within M&A or sector‑focused teams.Strong financial modelling skills and a solid understanding of transaction processes.Vice President Level5–7 years of relevant experience, with proven “VP‑ready” or established VP capability.Demonstrable track record of leading transaction workstreams and working directly with clients.Jefferies is a leading global, full-service investment banking and capital markets firm that provides advisory, sales and trading, research, and wealth and asset management services. With more than 40 offices around the world, we offer insights and expertise to investors, companies, and governments.At Jefferies, we believe that diversity fosters creativity, innovation and thought leadership through the infusion of new ideas and perspectives. We have made a commitment to building a culture that provides opportunities for all employees regardless of our differences and supports a workforce that is reflective of the communities where we work and live. As a result, we are able to pool our collective insights and intelligence to provide fresh and innovative thinking for our clients.Jefferies is an equal employment opportunity employer, and takes affirmative action to ensure that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, genetic information, reproductive health decisions, or any other factor protected by applicable law. We are committed to hiring the most qualified applicants and complying with all federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity laws. As part of this commitment, Jefferies will extend reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, as required by applicable law.Full timePosting Date: 2026-02-04