PwC

Deals & Strategy, M&A-Corporate Finance Associate

PwC  •  Athens, GR (Hybrid)  •  3 days ago
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Job Description

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We’re a team trusted to shape the biggest moves in business. We look for those who lead with precision when the stakes are high - bold, sharp, and decisive minds behind every successful move.

SHAPING TOMORROW

Make a real impact, today, and tomorrow, through work that matters. Here, you will tackle today’s toughest challenges with a future-focused mindset; so our clients turn to us first when it matters most.

Make a real impact

In this dynamic environment, we are looking for graduates or early-stage professionals to join our high-performing Deals & Strategy M&A-Corporate Finance team, which has successfully executed approximately 50 M&A transactions in the last 5 years and is ranked as the #1 M&A Advisor in Greece for the 4th consecutive year. The team consists of (a) the Corporate Finance and (b) the FS Corporate Finance practices (as detailed below).

You’ll collaborate with top-tier dealmakers, contribute to strategic projects, and gain exposure to a variety of industries - all while solving impactful challenges that push boundaries and drive real business transformation. Explore the exciting opportunities within Deals & Strategy:

Corporate Finance

The M&A-Corporate Finance team provides advisory services for mergers and acquisitions, divestitures, and capital raising across all non-financial sectors of the economy. We assist clients in buying or selling businesses, raising capital, and driving funding efficiencies. Our services include deal origination, valuation, due diligence coordination, and negotiation support. The team leverages PwC's global network to provide clients with access to potential buyers or investors and offers strategic advice throughout the transaction lifecycle.

FS Corporate Finance:

The FS (Financial Services) Corporate Finance team focuses on M&A and transaction advisory services specifically for the financial services sector. We help clients navigate complex transactions, including acquisitions, mergers, and divestitures, within the banking, insurance, and fintech industries. The team provides strategic advice, deal origination and execution, valuation, due diligence coordination, and negotiation support to ensure successful transactions that align with clients' strategic objectives.

As part of our team, you will:

  • Contribute to high-profile M&A transactions, advising clients on strategic initiatives that impact different sectors and the Greek economy

  • Apply advanced financial modeling, valuation techniques, and in-depth financial analysis to support complex transactions and strategic decision-making

  • Support the full transaction lifecycle, including market screening, identification of potential targets or investors, and execution of deals

  • Prepare marketing and transaction materials, such as pitch books and tailored client presentations

  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (tax, legal, regulatory, risk) to manage transaction complexities and ensure smooth execution

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with C-suite executives, senior professionals, and industry stakeholders, contributing to clients’ growth ambitions

What you bring matters

  • Excellent academic records from a Greek or foreign university (Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree) in the following areas: Finance, Economics, Accounting, Mathematics, Engineering, or relevant discipline

  • Up to 1-year professional experience in the financial advisory sector, banking or management consulting industry

  • A good knowledge of applicable accounting and reporting standards (e.g. IFRS, Greek GAAP, Greek chart of accounts) and understanding of related risks in the applicable financial statement areas

  • Proficient in MS Office applications, with advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint

  • Analytical thinking and strong financial acumen to solve complex problems

  • Confident, positive, and proactive attitude

  • Commitment to providing excellent quality work and building client relationships

  • Effective collaboration and interpersonal communication skills

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Greek

Other elements that would be highly regarded include:

  • Knowledge of Power tools (Pivot, Query, BI), Alteryx, or other programming languages

  • A relevant professional qualification (ACCA, ACA, CFA) in progress or completed

BRING YOUR BEST, EVERYDAY

Your skills, integrity, and curiosity make the difference. At PwC Greece, we match that with an environment that brings out your best every day – supported by people who inspire, challenge, and grow with you.

What we offer goes beyond a competitive package. It’s about creating the conditions for you to learn, belong, and deliver impact. That means:

  • Your work life-balance supported by a hybrid working model

  • Your creativity sparked in collaborative office spaces

  • Your career growing through local and global opportunities

  • Your development advanced with continuous learning and professional certifications

  • Your well-being cared for with extra leave days and wellness initiatives

  • Your perspective valued in an inclusive team where your impact matters


Want to unlock new value by applying your unique perspective and talents? At PwC Greece, you lead by example. Our standards for quality and care are high – and together we surpass them. We redefine possibilities for our clients and communities.

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About PwC

At PwC, we help clients drive their companies to the leading edge. We’re a tech-forward, people-empowered network with more than 370,000 people in 149 countries. Across audit and assurance, tax and legal, deals and consulting we help build, accelerate and sustain momentum. Find out more at www.pwc.com.

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