Ernst & Young AG

Intern - EY-Parthenon - M&A Lead Advisory (graduate)

📍 8005 Zurich

Role and responsibilities

Preparation of transaction documents such as information memorandum, teaser, management presentation; Company valuations using market and comparable transaction multiples and the DCF method; Assist in the execution of M&A; transactions from pitch to close; In-depth industry and company analyses; Preparation of potential buyer and target lists; Support in the due diligence process; Sharpen your technical skills in areas such as accounting, business valuations and financial modeling; Support on multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring that tight deadlines are met.

Team / description

EY's Transactions Corporate Finance (TCF) department is a unique nexus between the corporate finance and the M&A; transactions landscape, with a focus on Transaction Diligence, Valuation, Modeling & Economics and mid-size M&A; Advisory. By joining us, you will be stepping into an environment marked by ambition, drive to perform, resilience and our all comprising purpose of building a better working world. Our team is made up of dynamic and diverse individuals who thrive on collaboration, innovation, and entrepreneurial spirit, fueled by a categoric “YES, can do” mentality! Based in our Zurich office, you will join one of the leading mid-market M&A; teams in Switzerland, Europe, and globally, you will have the opportunity to work on high-profile sell- and buy-side M&A; transactions with corporate clients, entrepreneurs, and financial sponsors. During this exceptional opportunity, you will gain hands on experience on various projects with a steep learning curve. This internship may also provide an opportunity to join the team in a full-time capacity.

Qualifications and Skills

  • Completed Bachelor’s degree or advanced stage of Master’s degree with excellent academic track record in business administration, finance, economics, etc.;

  • First experience in relevant fields, ideally in M&A; (M&A; boutique, investment banking, Big Four) or in private equity, investment management, transaction diligence, etc.;

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and German. Additional fluency in French advantageous;

  • Proficiency in Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.);

  • Exceptional analytical abilities and strong organizational skills;

  • Strong decision-making skills with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment;

  • Collaborative team player with a proactive mindset.