M&A Associate – Metals & Mining| Johannesburg

Recruiter

Dante Personnel

Job Ref

JHB007634/IS-JH

Date posted

Tuesday, July 7, 2026

Location

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY

M&A Associate – Metals & Mining

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced M&A Associate to join a prestigious investment banking firm based in Johannesburg. This role focuses on Metals & Mining transactions across South Africa and the African continent, while also providing exposure to the energy sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and originate new business opportunities and client relationships.
• Prepare pitch books, investment presentations and transaction marketing materials.
• Conduct financial analysis, company valuations and transaction structuring.
• Manage M&A transactions from origination through to completion.
• Lead negotiations and coordinate transaction execution with legal advisors.
• Build and maintain relationships with corporate clients and investors.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to strategic business initiatives.

POSITION INFO

Minimum requirements: 3+ years' M&A experience within an investment bank. Strong experience in the Metals & Mining sector is essential. Excellent financial modelling, valuation and transaction structuring skills. Proven ability to develop business and originate mandates. Experience in Private Equity, Corporate Finance, Transaction Advisory or Commercial Banking will be advantageous. Strong leadership, communication and relationship management skills. What's on Offer Market-related salary. Opportunity to work on high-profile transactions across Africa. Exposure to international investors and complex cross-border deals. Career growth within a leading investment banking environment. Consultant: Innocentia Shoai - Dante Personnel Johannesburg Apply via our website If you do not hear from us within 5 days, please accept that your application was unsuccessful