Salary guide
Mergers and Acquisitions Analyst
- Average salary
- £40,000 – £90,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
FinanceLegal
- The UK is a top market for global M&A deals
Other names this job is known by
- M&A Analyst
- Corporate Finance Analyst
Key responsibilities
- Support M&A transactions and due diligence
- Prepare financial models and valuations
- Draft and review legal documents
- Liaise with clients, lawyers, and regulators
- Conduct market research
- Prepare presentations and reports
- Monitor deal progress
- Stay updated on M&A trends
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree in finance, law, or business
- Experience in M&A or corporate roles
- Financial analysis and modelling skills
- Legal and commercial awareness
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Analyst
- Associate
- Vice President
- Director
How to get the job
- Study finance, law, or business
- Gain experience in M&A or corporate roles
- Progress to analyst or management positions
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