Job Openings Investment Analyst / Senior Analyst

About the job Investment Analyst / Senior Analyst

Investment Company

Location: Astana, Kazakhstan

Our client is a reputable advisory boutique in Kazakhstan, serving some of the most prominent local and international clients in M&A and portfolio company management.

Responsibilities:

  • Participate in M&A and Debt Advisory transactions from inception to completion, including buy-side, sell-side, joint ventures, venture capital, and private equity investments.
  • Develop and assess financial models.
  • Conduct business valuations, financial analyses, comparable analysis, and benchmarking.
  • Prepare presentations, teasers, information memoranda, and analytical reports for clients.
  • Conduct market analysis, strategy development, and competitive analysis.
  • Engage in negotiations and client interactions at all stages of the deal.
  • Collaborate with the Investment Director and partners to achieve strategic goals.

Requirements:

  • Higher education in finance or economics from a top-tier university; CFA certification is a plus.
  • 1-4 years of relevant experience in M&A, corporate finance, and valuation within investment banks, in-house M&A teams, private equity or venture capital firms, or Big 4.
  • Proven expertise in financial modeling and business valuation.
  • Strong technical skills in financial modeling and business assessment (proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, financial databases).
  • Excellent analytical and communication skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment with tight deadlines.
  • Fluency in English and Russian is essential; knowledge of Kazakh is advantageous.
  • International experience is a plus.

Location and Compensation:

  • Full-time position based in Astana, Kazakhstan.
  • Competitive compensation package: fixed salary plus bonus.
  • Reporting directly to the Investment Director and partners.