Position: Investment Banking – Technology – Associate

Start Date: ASAP

Contract: Permanent

Required languages: German and English

Location: Berlin, Germany

Our firm

Clipperton is a leading investment bank dedicated to technology and growth companies: we provide strategic and financial advisory to entrepreneurs, corporates, and top-tier investors in Europe willing to execute transactions such as strategic M&A, private equity transactions, and private placements.

Founded in 2003 and with offices in Paris, London, Berlin, Munich, New York, and Beijing, Clipperton has completed over 350 M&A and private placement transactions with fast-growing technology start-ups, blue-chip corporates, and renowned financial investors.

This position is a unique opportunity to join an expanding Pan-European corporate finance boutique.

Job description

Clipperton is currently looking to hire an Associate based in our German office (Berlin) to support its strong execution pipeline and marketing efforts.

Responsibilities will include:

• Contributing to sourcing & origination:
  • Identification of new prospects
  • Prepare commercial presentations/pitches for companies, corporates, and/or investors (positioning, valuation, deal strategy).
  • Participation in marketing & communication initiatives (i.e.: preparation of detailed sector research papers, for example)
• Supporting execution on existing and upcoming transactions throughout the entire process, from kick-off to closing:
  • Preparation of investment memoranda and presentations (industry study, strategic review, financial analysis)
  • Business plan modeling
  • Due diligence management
  • Support to final legal negotiation
• Contribute to the overall development of the company (transversal projects).

Requirements

The candidate will work under tight deadlines within a small organization and report directly to the top management.

We are looking for a highly entrepreneurial and independent individual with demonstrated analytical, financial, and client-driven skills. Strong intellectual discipline and a passion for technology are also necessary.

The ideal candidate would :

• Have a minimum of 3 years of experience working in the TMT, Internet, Digital Media & software space with transactional exposure, either within the industry or at a service firm (investment bank, corporate finance boutique, strategic consultancy or audit, private equity).
• Have strong knowledge in corporate finance and accounting.
• Have a solid academic record, with a preference for Tier 1 European Business and Engineering schools or universities.
• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills in German and English (mandatory). Other languages are a plus.
• Demonstrates a strong interest in both entrepreneurship and technology (previous digital-oriented or tech-focused experiences appreciated).

To join us

Please apply online to our job offer. A cover letter in addition to your application is very much appreciated.

Clipperton is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability.