Senior Associate to M&A (Almaty/Astana)

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Job Description & Summary As a Senior Associate in the M&A team, the candidate will be involved in the full transaction lifecycle, including: · Preparation of marketing materials (teasers, information memoranda, management presentations) and participation in deal pitches · Development of financial models with minimum supervision for valuation of equity for M&A and capital-raising transactions · Conducting industry, company and product-specific research across sectors · Performing preliminary investment analysis on cross-industry opportunities · Assisting with end-to-end deal execution, including coordination with internal and external stakeholders · Liaising with clients when required and maintaining ongoing client relationships · Developing relationships with PwC global network teams · Supervising and coaching junior colleagues Knowledge, experience and qualifications: University degree in business field with (GPA) of at least 3.5 out of 4.0 Minimum 2-3 years of relevant experience in M&A, corporate finance, valuation, or investment banking Demonstrated track record of involvement in executed M&A or capital markets transactions Strong financial modelling and valuation skills across sectors CFA / ACCA candidacy or membership is an advantage Proficient user of Excel, PowerPoint; experience with transaction databases is a plus Strong command of written and spoken English and Russian ​ During the interviewing process you will need to demonstrate the following skills: Strong analytical thinking, problem-structuring, and sound judgment in ambiguous situations Strong corporate finance fundamentals with the ability to apply valuation and financial analysis outputs in deal discussions and decision-making Ability to solve complex problems under time pressure, including in unfamiliar or new subject areas Ability to take ownership of workstreams, manage multiple priorities, and coordinate junior team members High level of personal responsibility, commitment, and accountability for output quality Well-developed organizational skills; detail-oriented, proactive, and reliable execution style Ability and willingness to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines, including overtime when required High ethical standards, integrity, and professional conduct