Associate Investment Banking
Profile Minimum 3 years of relevant Investment Banking experience (PE, M&A) / Candidates with relevant transaction or deal-collateral experience from consulting or advisory firms (including exposure to financial modelling, pitchbook preparation, or valuation Strong ambition to grow into a holistic Investment Banker with entrepreneurial approach.
Technical Knowledge :
- Solid grasp of accounting, finance, capital markets, and regulatory frameworks.
- Ability to interpret and build complex financial models.
- Familiarity with valuation techniques including comparable company analysis, precedent transactions, and discounted cash flow Chartered Accountant / MBA (Finance) / Postgraduate in Finance.
- CFA or other relevant certifications Strong analytical and problem-solving ability; attention to detail; comfort with numbers.
- Excellent command of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to multitask and deliver under tight timelines.
Execution Aptitude :
Speed and precision in research, analysis, and preparation of collaterals (teasers, information memorandums, business models).Awareness of the full PE / M&A transaction lifecycle.Willingness to work extended hours when requiredJob Description :
The Associate will work closely with AVP / VP / Directors and contribute across all phases of investment banking transactionsfrom origination to execution.Key Execution & Support
Support in the execution of live mandates across PE, M&A, and fund-raising assignments.Prepare and review teasers, pitchbooks, information memorandums, and detailed financial models.Conduct company and industry analysis, benchmarking, and valuation.Assist in due diligence coordination with legal, tax, and accounting teams.Maintain and organize transaction documentation, trackers, and process workflows.Business Development & Research :
Identify potential opportunities and assist in origination efforts.Conduct thematic and sector research to generate investment ideas and deal insights.Track market activity, valuations, and investor movements; maintain investor and transaction databases.Prepare internal and client-facing industry reports and presentations.Leadership & Mentorship :
Guide and review the work of Analysts and Interns to ensure accuracy and quality.Train juniors on financial modeling, valuation techniques, and presentation standards as may be required.Delegate research and data compilation tasks efficiently while maintaining ownership of deliverables.Act as the first-level reviewer before submission to senior management.Foster a disciplined, learning-oriented culture within the team.Process & Compliance :
Ensure adherence to Cipher-Plexus internal standards, confidentiality norms, and documentation processes.Uphold quality control across analytical, modelling, and presentation outputs.Maintain awareness of applicable regulations and transaction compliance requirements.Exposure and Growth :
Opportunity to work across sectors such as Consumer, Healthcare, Technology, Industrials, and BFSI.Direct interaction with clients, investors, and senior leadership as may be appropriate.Scope for professional growth into leadership and deal-management roles.Tools and Technology :
Proficiency in research and financial databases such as Tracxn, VCCircle, etcBehavioral Attributes :
High integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism in all dealings.Self-driven and accountable for quality and timelines.Team-oriented and collaborative under pressure.Adaptable to a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.(ref : iimjobs.com)