(Senior) Associate Corporate Finance / M&A

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Your Team

Our Zurich-based M&A practice is the leading mid-market advisor in Switzerland and part of PwC's global Corporate Finance network. We execute domestic and cross-border transactions across a wide range of industries, combining strong local market access with international reach.
We are looking for a motivated and analytical team player who thrives in a fast-paced, high-performance environment and is eager to take ownership in complex sell-side and buy-side transactions, working alongside experienced dealmakers to drive execution excellence and deliver tangible client impact.

Zürich

By agreement

100%

Advisory

Everyone welcome

ID: 700211WD

Your Impact

Support sell-side and buy-side mandates across the entire transaction lifecycle.
Perform company valuations (DCF, trading & transaction multiples, LBO, scenario analyses) and build integrated financial models.
Prepare pitch books, teasers, information memoranda and management presentations.
Coordinate due diligence processes and manage data rooms.
Interact with clients, investors, banks, legal and tax and other advisors throughout the transaction process.
Conduct market and competitive analyses and identify potential investors or targets.
Continuously develop your technical expertise and soft skills through on- and off-the-job training and dedicated coaching.
Build a strong professional network within a diverse and international environment and explore internal career development opportunities.

Your Skill Set

Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics or science-based disciplines (e.g. Mathematics, Engineering, Technology).
For Associate level: strong academic track record and relevant practical experience through internships in M&A, Corporate Finance, Investment Banking, Transaction Services or related fields.
For Senior Associate level: minimum 2 years of relevant full-time experience in M&A, Investment Banking, Corporate Finance or comparable transaction-related roles.
Solid understanding of financial modelling and corporate valuation methodologies with strong analytical thinking, structured working style and high attention to detail.
High level of motivation, resourcefulness and the ability to perform effectively in dynamic, collaborative and deadline-driven transaction environments.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, as well as confidence in using analytical and data tools; affinity for digital and AI-based tools is considered an advantage.
Excellent interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills with fluency in both German and English is required; additional language skills is considered an advantage.
International exposure (e.g. exchange semester, international internships or work experience abroad) is considered an advantage.
A collaborative team player with a positive mindset and a genuine interest in solving complex challenges, bringing your own ideas and perspectives to the table.

Your Benefits

Hybrid Flexible Working Model Our work model enables you to spend part of your time working in the office and part at home (provided this is your preference) – unless you’re at your clients’ premises, which is of course always the priority. This approach allows you to tailor your schedule to your personal working style.

Learn and Grow Our learning and development approach helps you gain valuable skills and knowledge to advance your career, not just at PwC. We offer a variety of internal and external courses for training and upskilling. Identify your strengths and areas for improvement and gain new skills to achieve your professional goals. You’ll build confidence, enhance your job performance, and take your career to the next level.

Sustainable Performance PwC is committed to creating an environment of sustainable performance. We therefore offer a range of resources such as sustainable performance workshops, self-leadership trainings, resilience and mindfulness sessions, nutrition webinars, and yoga courses.

Vacation and Leave From maternity, paternity, and adoption leave to vacation and paid leave, we know it’s essential to take time away from work. At PwC, you can enjoy a variety of leave options to recharge, relax, or achieve personal milestones.

Volunteering Are you passionate about doing good and making a difference? That’s great, because so are we at PwC. We encourage you to participate in volunteer work by offering paid time off for volunteering activities. Our Corporate Sustainability programmes help you find purpose and fulfilment while working with us.

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Your Contact

Robert Jacsman

Any questions? We are happy to help.

Tel. +41 58 792 16 24

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