120 Investment Banking jobs in the United Kingdom

Overview: We are seeking a highly motivated and analytical individual to join our investment banking team in London. As an Investment Banking Associate, you will play a crucial role in assisting with financial analysis, deal execution, and client interactions within the healthcare industry. This position offers an opportunity to work closely with senior bankers, clients, and industry experts to facilitate strategic transactions and provide insightful financial solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Analysis:

Conduct comprehensive financial analyses, including financial modeling, valuation assessments, and financial statement analysis, to evaluate potential investment opportunities in the healthcare sector.

Analyze industry trends, market dynamics, and competitive landscapes to assess the financial performance and growth prospects of healthcare companies.

• Deal Execution:

Support in the execution of mergers and acquisitions, capital raising, and strategic advisory transactions for healthcare clients.

Assist in drafting transaction-related materials, including pitch books, offering memorandums, management presentations, and other deal documentation.

Coordinate due diligence efforts, liaising with internal and external teams to ensure timely and accurate information exchange.

• Client Engagement:

Develop and maintain relationships with healthcare clients and other stakeholders.

Assist in client meetings and presentations, helping to articulate the firm's capabilities and insights related to the healthcare industry.

• Industry Research:

Stay informed about industry developments, regulatory changes, and emerging trends affecting the healthcare sector.

Contribute to the creation of thought leadership pieces and reports regarding healthcare market dynamics, innovations, and investment opportunities.

• Team Collaboration:

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including legal, compliance, and operations, to ensure successful deal execution and adherence to regulatory requirements.

Assist senior team members in various tasks and projects as needed, supporting a seamless workflow and efficient operations within the team.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, business administration, or related field; Master's degree in business administration (MBA) is a plus.
• Previous experience in investment banking, finance, or healthcare industry is preferred.
• Strong financial modeling and analytical skills, including proficiency in Excel and financial modeling software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present complex information in a clear and concise manner.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines effectively.
• Passion for the healthcare industry and understanding of its dynamics, including healthcare providers, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, medical devices, and related sectors.
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a proactive, team-oriented approach.

Overview: We are seeking a highly motivated and analytical individual to join our investment banking team in London. As an Investment Banking Associate, you will play a crucial role in assisting with financial analysis, deal execution, and client interactions within the healthcare industry. This position offers an opportunity to work closely with senior bankers, clients, and industry experts to facilitate strategic transactions and provide insightful financial solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Analysis:

Conduct comprehensive financial analyses, including financial modeling, valuation assessments, and financial statement analysis, to evaluate potential investment opportunities in the healthcare sector.

Analyze industry trends, market dynamics, and competitive landscapes to assess the financial performance and growth prospects of healthcare companies.

• Deal Execution:

Support in the execution of mergers and acquisitions, capital raising, and strategic advisory transactions for healthcare clients.

Assist in drafting transaction-related materials, including pitch books, offering memorandums, management presentations, and other deal documentation.

Coordinate due diligence efforts, liaising with internal and external teams to ensure timely and accurate information exchange.

• Client Engagement:

Develop and maintain relationships with healthcare clients and other stakeholders.

Assist in client meetings and presentations, helping to articulate the firm's capabilities and insights related to the healthcare industry.

• Industry Research:

Stay informed about industry developments, regulatory changes, and emerging trends affecting the healthcare sector.

Contribute to the creation of thought leadership pieces and reports regarding healthcare market dynamics, innovations, and investment opportunities.

• Team Collaboration:

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including legal, compliance, and operations, to ensure successful deal execution and adherence to regulatory requirements.

Assist senior team members in various tasks and projects as needed, supporting a seamless workflow and efficient operations within the team.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, business administration, or related field; Master's degree in business administration (MBA) is a plus.
• Previous experience in investment banking, finance, or healthcare industry is preferred.
• Strong financial modeling and analytical skills, including proficiency in Excel and financial modeling software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present complex information in a clear and concise manner.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines effectively.
• Passion for the healthcare industry and understanding of its dynamics, including healthcare providers, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, medical devices, and related sectors.
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a proactive, team-oriented approach.

Firm Overview:

Jefferies is a leading global investment banking firm with offices in major financial centers around the world. We provide insight-driven strategic advice and capital markets execution services to corporate clients, institutional investors, and governments. As a dynamic, entrepreneurial, and client-focused platform, we foster a high-performance culture grounded in integrity, collaboration, and accountability.

Group Overview:

The Industrials team at Jefferies is one of the most active global franchises in the sector, providing advisory and capital-raising services to leading chemical and materials companies across sub-sectors such as industrial gases, agrochemicals, coatings, and specialty & commodity chemicals.

The team works on a wide range of transactions, including mergers & acquisitions (M&A), leveraged buyouts, equity offerings, and debt financings, and has established strong relationships with both strategic players and financial sponsors.

Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Associate to join our Chemicals Investment Banking team in London . The Associate will play a key role in transaction execution and client relationship development, working closely with senior bankers, analysts, and clients across geographies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the execution of M&A and capital markets transactions, including due diligence, financial modeling, valuation, and preparation of marketing and client materials.
• Conduct industry and company research to support live mandates and business development efforts.
• Coordinate and supervise analysts in the preparation of pitch books, presentations, and other deliverables.
• Maintain and develop client relationships through regular interaction, proactive idea generation, and deal execution support.
• Assist in managing internal processes such as compliance, approvals, and transaction documentation.
• Participate in the recruitment, mentoring, and training of junior team members.

Qualifications & Experience:

• 3–5 years of relevant experience in investment banking, private equity, corporate finance, or similar; experience in chemicals or industrials preferred.
• Strong technical skills, including financial modeling, valuation (DCF, precedent transactions, trading comps, LBO), and transaction structuring.
• Deep understanding of M&A and capital markets processes.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects with high attention to detail and tight deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to working with clients and colleagues.
• Fluency in English required; additional European languages a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree from a top-tier institution; MBA or professional qualification (e.g., ACA, CFA) beneficial but not required.

M&A Lawyer – Finance (6-Month Contract, London)

We are seeking an experienced M&A Lawyer to join a leading investment bank in London on a 6-month contract , starting October 2025 . This is a full-time, office-based role in Canary Wharf , offering the opportunity to work on high-value, complex transactions within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Contract Details

• Start date: October 2025
• Duration: 6 months
• Location: London – Canary Wharf (office-based, full-time)

The Role

As part of the EMEA M&A Legal team, you will provide legal and transactional support across a wide range of corporate finance matters. This includes:

• Drafting and reviewing contracts, including engagement letters and confidentiality agreements.
• Negotiating M&A advisory documentation and advising on conflicts management.
• Providing counsel on corporate and transactional issues at varying levels of seniority.
• Attending business review and valuation/fairness opinion committees.
• Coordinating with internal legal teams across capital markets and other practice areas, as well as external counsel where needed.

About You

We’re looking for a lawyer with strong transactional experience and a proactive, solutions-driven approach. Key requirements include:

• UK qualified solicitor with ideally 4–5 years PQE (minimum 1 year in M&A/Corporate from a top law firm or investment bank).
• Strong experience in drafting, reviewing and negotiating M&A-related contracts .
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple matters in a high-pressure environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and adaptability.

About Elevate

Elevate provides consulting, technology and services to law departments and law firms across the globe. Headquartered in Los Angeles, our 1,600+ strong team of legal professionals, lawyers, consultants, project managers, and engineers operate across the United States, Europe, UK, and Asia, Hong Kong and Australia.

ElevateFlex, is the flexible resourcing capability within Elevate, we define and support a new flexible career within the legal industry. We match exceptional legal professionals to the evolving needs of our Customers through the curation of a world-class, global Community of Talent, and advanced, technology-enabled search. We were recently proud to be assessed in Band 1 of Chamber’s Global Flexible Legal Resourcing category.

Our Vision is a world where legal and business teams achieve incredible outcomes, together.

Equitability and Inclusion are critical to ElevateFlex’s success. As The Law Company, changing the legal business landscape, we know a diverse, inclusive work culture is at the heart of attracting, retaining, and celebrating the industry’s most talented people. We empower our employees to bring their whole selves to work because we know that diversity of experience and perspective drive innovation and is simply good business.

As a strong proponent of diversity, equitability, and inclusion, ElevateFlex is committed to hiring diverse candidates from all backgrounds. We invite you to apply to become part of the ElevateFlex Team – help us change the legal business landscape and make a dent in the legal universe.

M&A Lawyer – Finance (6-Month Contract, London)

We are seeking an experienced M&A Lawyer to join a leading investment bank in London on a 6-month contract , starting October 2025 . This is a full-time, office-based role in Canary Wharf , offering the opportunity to work on high-value, complex transactions within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Contract Details

• Start date: October 2025
• Duration: 6 months
• Location: London – Canary Wharf (office-based, full-time)

The Role

As part of the EMEA M&A Legal team, you will provide legal and transactional support across a wide range of corporate finance matters. This includes:

• Drafting and reviewing contracts, including engagement letters and confidentiality agreements.
• Negotiating M&A advisory documentation and advising on conflicts management.
• Providing counsel on corporate and transactional issues at varying levels of seniority.
• Attending business review and valuation/fairness opinion committees.
• Coordinating with internal legal teams across capital markets and other practice areas, as well as external counsel where needed.

About You

We’re looking for a lawyer with strong transactional experience and a proactive, solutions-driven approach. Key requirements include:

• UK qualified solicitor with ideally 4–5 years PQE (minimum 1 year in M&A/Corporate from a top law firm or investment bank).
• Strong experience in drafting, reviewing and negotiating M&A-related contracts .
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple matters in a high-pressure environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and adaptability.

About Elevate

Elevate provides consulting, technology and services to law departments and law firms across the globe. Headquartered in Los Angeles, our 1,600+ strong team of legal professionals, lawyers, consultants, project managers, and engineers operate across the United States, Europe, UK, and Asia, Hong Kong and Australia.

ElevateFlex, is the flexible resourcing capability within Elevate, we define and support a new flexible career within the legal industry. We match exceptional legal professionals to the evolving needs of our Customers through the curation of a world-class, global Community of Talent, and advanced, technology-enabled search. We were recently proud to be assessed in Band 1 of Chamber’s Global Flexible Legal Resourcing category.

Our Vision is a world where legal and business teams achieve incredible outcomes, together.

Equitability and Inclusion are critical to ElevateFlex’s success. As The Law Company, changing the legal business landscape, we know a diverse, inclusive work culture is at the heart of attracting, retaining, and celebrating the industry’s most talented people. We empower our employees to bring their whole selves to work because we know that diversity of experience and perspective drive innovation and is simply good business.

As a strong proponent of diversity, equitability, and inclusion, ElevateFlex is committed to hiring diverse candidates from all backgrounds. We invite you to apply to become part of the ElevateFlex Team – help us change the legal business landscape and make a dent in the legal universe.

Below are the details of the position:

Job Title: Business Analyst / Project Manager

Work Location: Chester, UK (Hybrid – 3 days in a week)

Job Description:

• We are seeking a highly skilled Business Analyst / Project Manager (BA/PM)  with a strong background in Investment Banking .
li>The ideal candidate will have expertise in front-to-back investment banking processes, regulatory requirements, and technology-driven change management . li>This role requires strong analytical skills, stakeholder management, and the ability to drive projects from inception to completion. li>Candidates with trading experience will also be considered.

About Us:

< i>Ascendion is a global, leading provider of AI-first software engineering services, delivering transformative solutions across North America, APAC, and Europe. We are headquartered in New Jersey. We combine technology and talent to deliver tech debt relief, improve engineering productivity solutions, and accelerate time to value, driving our clients’ digital journeys with efficiency and velocity. Guided by our “Engineering to the power of AI” (EngineeringAI) methodology, we integrate AI into software engineering, enterprise operations, and talent orchestration, to address critical challenges of trust, speed, and capital.

Below are the details of the position:

Job Title: Business Analyst / Project Manager

Work Location: Chester, UK (Hybrid – 3 days in a week)

Job Description:

• We are seeking a highly skilled Business Analyst / Project Manager (BA/PM)  with a strong background in Investment Banking .
li>The ideal candidate will have expertise in front-to-back investment banking processes, regulatory requirements, and technology-driven change management . li>This role requires strong analytical skills, stakeholder management, and the ability to drive projects from inception to completion. li>Candidates with trading experience will also be considered.

About Us:

< i>Ascendion is a global, leading provider of AI-first software engineering services, delivering transformative solutions across North America, APAC, and Europe. We are headquartered in New Jersey. We combine technology and talent to deliver tech debt relief, improve engineering productivity solutions, and accelerate time to value, driving our clients’ digital journeys with efficiency and velocity. Guided by our “Engineering to the power of AI” (EngineeringAI) methodology, we integrate AI into software engineering, enterprise operations, and talent orchestration, to address critical challenges of trust, speed, and capital.

Meraki Talent are working with a leading global bank to help identify a Senior Manager – Investment Banking, Compliance Oversight.

In this role, you will provide day-to-day compliance advisory support to the Investment Banking Division, with particular focus on Equity Capital Markets, Equity Derivatives, UK Investment Banking & Corporate Broking.

You will play a key role in ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, advising senior stakeholders, reviewing new products and transactions, and helping to shape the implementation of compliance policies and frameworks.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide compliance advisory support to Investment Banking teams (Equity Capital Markets, Equity Derivatives, Syndicate, M&A, and Corporate Broking).
• Interpret and apply UK/EU regulatory requirements, including Market Abuse Regulation (MAR), MiFID, and the FCA Handbook.
• Develop, enhance, and monitor compliance policies, procedures, and control frameworks.
• Conduct compliance reviews, monitoring, and testing activities to ensure robust adherence to regulatory standards.
• Review and assess new products, transactions, and initiatives for regulatory implications.
• Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders and act as a trusted advisor on compliance risks.

We are looking for:

• Extensive Compliance experience within an Investment Bank or relevant senior-level experience in a law firm (Equity Capital Markets / M&A focus) or in the Legal/Compliance function of an investment bank.
• Deep knowledge of UK/EU regulations, including MAR, MiFID, and the FCA Handbook.
• Familiarity with the UK Takeover Code, UK Listing Rules, Transparency Rules, and Disclosure Guidance.
• Ability to influence and build relationships with very senior stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and advisory skills with excellent communication and stakeholder management.

Meraki Talent are working with a leading global bank to help identify a Senior Manager – Investment Banking, Compliance Oversight.

In this role, you will provide day-to-day compliance advisory support to the Investment Banking Division, with particular focus on Equity Capital Markets, Equity Derivatives, UK Investment Banking & Corporate Broking.

You will play a key role in ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, advising senior stakeholders, reviewing new products and transactions, and helping to shape the implementation of compliance policies and frameworks.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide compliance advisory support to Investment Banking teams (Equity Capital Markets, Equity Derivatives, Syndicate, M&A, and Corporate Broking).
• Interpret and apply UK/EU regulatory requirements, including Market Abuse Regulation (MAR), MiFID, and the FCA Handbook.
• Develop, enhance, and monitor compliance policies, procedures, and control frameworks.
• Conduct compliance reviews, monitoring, and testing activities to ensure robust adherence to regulatory standards.
• Review and assess new products, transactions, and initiatives for regulatory implications.
• Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders and act as a trusted advisor on compliance risks.

We are looking for:

• Extensive Compliance experience within an Investment Bank or relevant senior-level experience in a law firm (Equity Capital Markets / M&A focus) or in the Legal/Compliance function of an investment bank.
• Deep knowledge of UK/EU regulations, including MAR, MiFID, and the FCA Handbook.
• Familiarity with the UK Takeover Code, UK Listing Rules, Transparency Rules, and Disclosure Guidance.
• Ability to influence and build relationships with very senior stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and advisory skills with excellent communication and stakeholder management.