Investment Banking Associate (Healthcare) Frankfurt

We are partnering with a leading international investment bank to appoint an Associate within its Healthcare Investment Banking team in Frankfurt.

The platform is recognised for advising private equity investors, founder-led businesses, and corporates on complex M&A and strategic advisory engagements across Europe. The successful candidate will join a highly collaborative team with strong cross-border deal flow and significant exposure to senior bankers and clients.

Previous healthcare experience is advantageous but not essential. We are keen to speak with candidates who have gained solid M&A execution experience within any sector team and are interested in developing deeper healthcare expertise.

Responsibilities

• Execute buy-side and sell-side M&A transactions across the healthcare sector
• Build and review complex financial models, valuation analyses, and transaction materials
• Prepare presentations, information memoranda, management materials, and client deliverables
• Conduct industry and company research to support both live transactions and business development initiatives
• Coordinate due diligence processes and manage interactions with clients, investors, and external advisors
• Support senior bankers in originating new business opportunities and maintaining client relationships
• Mentor and help develop junior team members

Candidate Requirements

• 2 to 6 years of investment banking, M&A advisory, or corporate finance experience
• Currently operating at Associate level or a strong Analyst ready to step up
• Excellent financial modelling and valuation capabilities
• Demonstrated transaction execution experience
• Healthcare sector exposure is preferred but not required
• Strong commercial awareness and client-facing skills
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environment
• Fluent German and English are essential
• Outstanding academic background

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to join a highly regarded international advisory platform
• Exposure to complex cross-border transactions across Europe
• Significant responsibility and client interaction from day one
• Entrepreneurial culture with lean deal teams and strong opportunities for progression
• Competitive compensation and benefits package