Dartmouth Partners
Investment Banking Associate (M&A) - Generalist

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Investment Banking Associate M&A (Financial Sponsors) - Global Independent Investment Bank
Financial Sponsors, Generalist M&A, Based in London.
Our client, a global independent investment bank (Elite Boutique / household name), is actively hiring an Associate to join their Financial Sponsors team in London. The team completes its own transaction execution (i.e., this is not just a Sponsors 'coverage' role.)
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I’m in my final year doing Economics and I don’t know whether to apply for grad schemes now or do a masters first. What do you think?
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Also worth knowing: most autumn 2026 applications are open now. Timing matters more than you think.
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Graduate Consultant — 2026 Scheme
Why you're a good match
StrongYour economics background and your summer at a regional bank line up with what PwC looks for on the consulting scheme. Applications close in four weeks.
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Why you're a good match
You’ve got the grades and the economics background, and your bank internship is exactly the experience this scheme looks for. Apply soon — deadlines close within the month.
Experience fit
Your summer at the bank plus your econometrics coursework map directly to the day-one responsibilities on this scheme — client modelling, market briefings, and deal support.
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No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
Requirements for consideration
- 4+ years in M&A experience gained at a Bulge Bracket, or Independent Investment Bank.
- Sponsor backed, buy & sell-side transaction experience
- Fundamental understanding of financial valuation methodologies, and applications.
- Excellent Financial modelling and analytical abilities.
- Strong qualitative and quantitative research skills.
- Execution focused.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and work streams effectively, delivering high quality work on schedule.
- Team-oriented with excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
- High resilience, willingness to learn and enthusiasm.


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