Associate - M&A, Chemicals & Specialty Materials - London

JOB TITLE: Associate - M&A, Chemicals & Specialty Materials - London

• Job Posted December 18, 2025
• ET-033
• Full-time
• London
• Industrials , Mergers & Aquisitions

A global boutique advisory firm with deep expertise in chemicals and specialty materials is seeking an Associate to support its expanding Investment Banking platform. The team advises on high-impact M&A and strategic transactions across specialty and basic chemicals and advanced materials, offering hands on deal exposure, early responsibility, and a collaborative working environment built on trust, performance, and autonomy.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the execution of M&A, capital markets, and strategic advisory transactions within the chemicals and specialty materials sectors.
• Build and maintain financial models, perform valuation analyses, and deliver in-depth industry and company research.
• Prepare pitch materials, client presentations, and transaction documentation.
• Collaborate closely with senior bankers and cross-border teams in a fast-paced, deal driven environment.

Candidate Profile

• Prior investment banking experience (3-5 years), with strong exposure to chemicals, specialty chemicals, or specialty materials (experience in adjacent industrial sectors also considered).
• History of outstanding academic and professional achievement
• Strong team orientation and ability to work effectively across multiple groups and regions
• Highly reliable and accountable
• Strong analytical skills, exceptional attention to detail, and a proactive, self starting mindset.

If you are interested in furthering your expertise in chemicals and working on some of the largest chemical transactions globally, please contact for further information.