We are partnering with a leading international investment bank to appoint a Senior M&A Associate into its high-growth Technology & Software team in London. The platform is mid-market focused, with a strong global footprint and a track record of complex cross-border tech transactions across Europe, the US and Asia.

The platform

• International mid-market advisory firm with a broad global office network, combining local insight with international buyer access.
• Highly regarded Technology & Software practice, active across vertical and infrastructure software, cybersecurity, e‑commerce and marketplaces, fintech, IT services and cloud / AI infrastructure.
• Strong deal momentum in mid-cap technology, advising founders, private equity and corporate clients on M&A and strategic transactions.
• Entrepreneurial, collaborative culture, with lean deal teams and direct exposure to senior bankers and clients.

Role overview

As a Senior M&A Associate in the London Technology team, you will be a core member of deal teams executing mid-cap transactions, typically in the c. £50m–£1bn enterprise value range, with a strong cross‑border component. You will work closely with experienced senior bankers who bring deep sector-specialist tech M&A experience and strong relationships with both strategic and financial sponsors.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead day-to-day execution of buy-side and sell-side M&A mandates in technology and software, including process management, workstream coordination and junior oversight.
• Take ownership of financial analysis and valuation workstreams (LBO, DCF, trading and transaction comps, process analytics) and convert outputs into clear, commercial client messages.
• Drive preparation of client materials (IMs, management presentations, board decks, process letters and marketing materials) to a best-in-class standard.
• Support origination across key tech sub‑sectors such as vertical and infrastructure software, cybersecurity, e‑commerce and marketplaces and tech-enabled services, helping to prepare pitches and sector insights.
• Interact confidently with founder‑led businesses, PE portfolio companies and large corporates, representing the firm in meetings and contributing to negotiations.

Candidate profile:

We are looking for a high‑performing M&A Associate who wants to build a long‑term career in mid‑market Technology investment banking:

• 4–6 years’ experience in M&A at a leading investment bank or top-tier advisory boutique, with a strong track record on executed deals.
• Technology deal experience (software, IT services, tech-enabled services or adjacent sectors) is strongly preferred; at minimum, a clear interest and understanding of tech business models.
• Excellent technical skills: valuation, modelling, process design and execution, combined with strong attention to detail and project management capability.
• Comfortable operating in international, cross-border situations and engaging with private equity sponsors and strategic buyers.
• Collaborative, low‑ego mindset, with the ability to mentor juniors and contribute to a positive team culture.