60 Investment Banking jobs in Ireland

Role Description

The Investment Banking Analyst plays a vital role in supporting transaction execution, financial analysis, and client advisory activities. This position involves conducting valuation modeling, preparing pitch materials, analyzing financial statements, and assisting in mergers and acquisitions (M&A), capital raising, and other strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate is highly analytical, detail-oriented, and driven, with a strong foundation in finance and corporate valuation.

Key Responsibilities

• Support execution of M&A, debt, and equity financing transactions through financial modeling, valuation, and analysis.
• Conduct company, industry, and market research to identify trends, risks, and investment opportunities.
• Build and maintain complex financial models for discounted cash flow (DCF), comparable company, and precedent transaction analyses.
• Prepare pitch books, presentations, and marketing materials for client meetings and new business development.
• Analyze financial statements to assess company performance, profitability, and capital structure.
• Assist in drafting offering memoranda, information packages, and transaction documentation.
• Collaborate with internal teams, clients, and advisors to facilitate smooth deal execution.
• Support due diligence efforts by reviewing financial, operational, and market data.
• Track capital markets activities, valuation multiples, and macroeconomic developments.
• Prepare internal reports and updates on ongoing transactions and client relationships.
• Participate in client meetings and presentations alongside senior bankers.
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency in financial models and deliverables.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive client information.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field; a Master's or MBA is advantageous.
• 1–3 years of experience in investment banking, corporate finance, private equity, or related fields (internships acceptable for entry-level).
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; advanced financial modeling and valuation skills are essential.
• Solid understanding of accounting, corporate finance, and capital markets concepts.
• Excellent analytical, quantitative, and research skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities for creating reports and presenting findings.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and consistency in all deliverables.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment with tight deadlines.
• Exceptional organizational and multitasking capabilities.
• Professional demeanor, strong work ethic, and ability to handle confidential information.
• Familiarity with financial databases such as Bloomberg, Capital IQ, and Refinitiv is a plus.
• Demonstrated interest in corporate transactions, valuation, and market trends.

ABOUT NTR

Founded in 1978, NTR is an investor in and asset manager of European clean energy transition funds.

NTR has transacted more than €4 billion of sustainable infrastructure investments in wind, solar, bioenergy, water treatment, energy storage and recycling across Europe and North America. Today, NTR is exclusively focused on the clean energy transition. NTR plc is an unlisted Irish public company.

NTR currently manages c.€2 billion of total capital on behalf of a range of institutional investors in the three funds it provides asset management services to. This translates into c.1.5GW of energy transition projects at different stages of the development lifecycle across 66 locations throughout Europe. NTR's fourth clean power transition strategy, managed in conjunction with Legal & General, will be launched in late 2025. Alongside its fund management activities, NTR also invests its own balance sheet directly in the space.

Headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, the NTR team comprises circa 50 individuals, with team members also located in hubs in the UK, Sweden, Spain and France. The team has deep technical and commercial expertise, with backgrounds in energy utilities, independent power producers, finance, banking and investment.

ROLE DESCRIPTION

Office Location:
Sandyford Business Park, Dublin, Ireland

Hybrid Working
: Office-based days are Tue, Wed and Thurs. Option to work from home Mon and Fri.

ROLE: Corporate Finance & Strategy Manager

Reports to the Managing Director of Strategy and Capital Formation with a dotted reporting line to the CFO of NTR on certain activities.

This is an exciting role for an ambitious person who wishes to be at the centre of delivering new investment strategies for one of Europe's leading clean energy transition managers.

The role supports the business by working alongside and supporting members of the NTR leadership team in:

(a)   Driving the strategic and financial design of NTR fund/managed account propositions and fundraising activities; and

(b)   the ongoing support and monitoring of the NTR group's strategy and completion of group corporate finance activities.

Product Development, Fundraising and Investor Relations Activities:

• Supporting the development of new fund/product strategies.
• Construction of new, and maintenance of existing, financial models for funds or managed accounts.
• Preparation and review of fund marketing materials and supporting review of fund legal documents to ensure reflective of the proposition(s) being proposed.
• Leading production, update and oversight of relevant and accurate data for investor marketing and preparation for investor due diligence (including the set-up, management, and oversight of the investor data room), including DDQs, track record information, and marketing presentations.
• Ongoing co-ordination of NTR responses to prospective investors' inbound due diligence questions. Liaising with internal personnel, staying current on NTR's investment pipeline and track-record and liaising with external tax and legal advisors as required to provide accurate and consistent responses.
• Running investor sensitivities and scenarios through financial models as required. Providing analysis and scenarios in support of fee negotiations and returns analysis.

NTR Group Corporate Finance Activities:

• Supporting the ideation, assessment, and presentation of future strategy considerations to the Board of Directors of NTR plc. This can include modelling for business planning at both group and vertical level.
• Support assessment of fund-wide activities as appropriate, e.g. fund level debt facilities.
• Collaborating (with NTR Finance) on the NTR group cash financial modelling, including layering new fund propositions (and sensitivities) on top of existing NTR group cash flows to ascertain impact and returns and the annual NTR Group valuation for main shareholder.
• Sensitivity and scenario analysis of NTR group cash financial modelling for NTR board.
• Any other activities required to support the maximisation of NTR's valuation and profitability.

Experience, Skills and Qualifications

• Significant exposure to corporate finance activities essential, including:
• Understanding of key performance metrics and how to model them in the context of private capital real assets (IRRs, TVPI etc)
• Exposure to preparation of fundraising / marketing materials, e.g. prospectuses, management presentations, DDQ and other marketing documents;
• Financial modelling (new model development and updating of existing models) & scenario analysis;
• Inbound due diligence processes;
• Conceptual thinking of the proposition that will attract investor support and slide preparation; and
• Preparation, presentation and communication of outputs to executive management and highly experienced international Board of Directors.
• Excellent communication skills, written and oral.
• Skilled in dealing with third parties, including inbound due diligence leads and analysts on the investor side, and third-party legal firms.
• Ability to work autonomously, manage priorities and multiple workstreams simultaneously.
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines with attention to detail.
• Background in professional transaction services and/or corporate finance required (e.g. investment bank or accounting firm). Minimum five years' experience.
• Exposure to regulated entities, such as Alternative Investment Fund Managers, beneficial but not essential.
• Advanced software application skills, in particular Excel, as well as Power Point and Word.

Barden have been exclusively engaged by a reknown Irish company that is significantly growing and set to double in size within the next year. They are now building out their finance team in line with this growth and are creating a transactions sub-team. The transactions team will focus on creating value and growth within the company.

They are now inviting three corporate finance professional to join their team as
Corporate Finance Associate
.

This is a unique opportunity at this level sitting on a close knit team, gaining direct exposure to a broad range of activities working closely with the senior leadership team.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

This role provides an excellent opportunity to utilise one's corporate finance experience within an industry setting and add real value to a leading irish business.

Main duties and responsibilities will include:

• Support the execution of acquisitions, disposals, and financing activities.
• Assist with the development of financial models, investment analysis, and performance forecasting.
• Contribute to due diligence efforts and manage data flow and documentation for live transactions.
• Help create high-impact presentations, internal papers, and investor materials.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across multiple departments to gather insights and input for transaction work.
• Liaise with external partners, including advisors, lenders, and investors, throughout deal lifecycles.
• Monitor financial obligations and covenant compliance tied to active financing structures.
• Identify areas for process improvement across processes.
• Ad hoc projects as required.

ABOUT THE PERSON:

• ACA or CFA Qualified with 0-3 years PQE;
• Previous corporate finance, transactions services or investment experience a strong advantage;
• Strong financial modelling skills essential;
• Advanced Excel skills;
• Ability to deliver both qualitative and quantitative analysis for decision making at senior management level;
• Good commercial acumen and ability to analyse qualitative information;
• Good problem solving and analytical skills;
• Excellent working knowledge of Excel.

This is an ideal role for someone looking for the opportunity to advance their career in Corporate Finance and progress within a progressive and significantly growing company.

Barden's Accounting and Tax recruitment practice is where finance professionals go before they start looking for a job. Make sure you get expert advice about your Accounting / Tax career from Barden first – your future is just too important to leave to chance.

Barden have been exclusively engaged by a reknown Irish property company that is significantly growing and set to double in size within the next year. They are now building out their finance team in line with this growth and are creating a transactions sub-team. The transactions team will focus on creating value and growth within the company.

They are now inviting three corporate finance professional to join their team as
Corporate Finance Analyst
.

This is a unique opportunity at this level sitting on a close knit team, gaining direct exposure to a broad range of activities working closely with the senior leadership team.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

This role provides an excellent opportunity to utilise one's corporate finance experience within an industry setting and add real value to a leading irish business.

Main duties and responsibilities will include:

• Support the execution of acquisitions, disposals, and financing activities.
• Assist with the development of financial models, investment analysis, and performance forecasting.
• Contribute to due diligence efforts and manage data flow and documentation for live transactions.
• Help create high-impact presentations, internal papers, and investor materials.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across multiple departments to gather insights and input for transaction work.
• Liaise with external partners, including advisors, lenders, and investors, throughout deal lifecycles.
• Monitor financial obligations and covenant compliance tied to active financing structures.
• Identify areas for process improvement across processes.
• Ad hoc projects as required.

ABOUT THE PERSON:

• ACA or CFA Qualified with 0-3 years PQE;
• Previous corporate finance, transactions services or investment experience a strong advantage;
• Strong financial modelling skills essential;
• Advanced Excel skills;
• Ability to deliver both qualitative and quantitative analysis for decision making at senior management level;
• Good commercial acumen and ability to analyse qualitative information;
• Good problem solving and analytical skills;
• Excellent working knowledge of Excel.

This is an ideal role for someone looking for the opportunity to advance their career in Corporate Finance and progress within a progressive and significantly growing company.

Barden's Accounting and Tax recruitment practice is where finance professionals go before they start looking for a job. Make sure you get expert advice about your Accounting / Tax career from Barden first – your future is just too important to leave to chance.

Coopman Search & Selection are delighted to be working with a company in the aviation sector who are looking to add a specialist corporate finance professional to their team.

Key Deliverables:

• Prepare detailed financial models to support bids on aviation acquisitions and lease strategy.
• Analysis of borrowing options from financial institutions
• Provide support to management in the preparation of business plans and proposals.
• Supporting external stakeholders with closing process, providing in-depth analysis.
• Responsible for all financial forecasting regarding financial performance, liquidity and investments.
• Drive process improvements and efficiencies through best practices and automation.
• Maintain database of portfolio details with summaries of deals and lease summaries for accurate tracking.
• Offer strategic insights and analyses for executive and board-level leasing decisions.

Core Competencies:

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent) preferable with aircraft leasing exposure
• Financial modelling experience essential
• Good work ethic with a professional approach to working in customer facing environments
• Ability to run meetings, presentations and demonstrations which provide thorough solution design and implementation support eg. requirements gathering and documentation, solution design, project planning, training, testing, etc.
• Must be comfortable working in a project environment interacting with senior level executives
• Advanced user of PowerPoint, Word & Excel

"Coopman Search & Selection is a purpose-led financial services recruitment company that combines lateral thinking with sector expertise across Financial Services operating in Dublin, London and New York.

Coopman's expertise spans across front office, compliance, risk, accounting and finance - delivering solutions on a retained, contingent and interim basis.

As a Certified B Corporation, we take a different approach to how we do business. Recognised on an international scale as a company that operates for good, we value & incorporate the interests of all of our stakeholders to grow in the most sustainable manner. As a recognised Great Place to Work, we ensure our workplace is one that fosters professional growth and collaboration."

Corporate Finance Manager - M&A

A boutique corporate finance firm is looking for a Corporate Finance Manager to join their thriving business.

Based in Dublin with hybrid/remote working as standard, you will be tasked with providing strategic advice to a portfolio of clients on the buy side, the sell side, and on fundraising mandates.

The role

You will be an integral part of the firm, reporting to the MD, and managing a range of M&A transactions across numerous industries.

You will be out and about - meeting clients is important. You will prepare pitch decks for corporate finance mandates, ensuring the stellar brand of the firm is represented well at all times.

The sky is the limit in terms of progression and career development in this role; good people will go far

Does this sound like you?

Fully qualified accountant with experience in managing M&A transactions end-to-end.

Sound knowledge of capital markets and financial modelling.

Excellent communication skills with a hunger to succeed.

What's in it for you?

A market-leading compensation package including an excellent bonus structure and flexible working as standard.

Interested?

Apply below or reach out to Keith at Engage People Recruitment for more information.

Delighted to be working with a client who is seeking a
Corporate Finance Specialist/ Deal Lead
to join their team in Cork. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional to take ownership of complex transactions, manage high-value projects, and play a key role in driving successful outcomes.

In this client-facing role, you'll lead negotiations, manage multiple stakeholders, and ensure that deals are executed efficiently and effectively. Strong project management skills, solid financial awareness (particularly around P&L), and the confidence to influence at senior levels are essential to succeed in this position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage end-to-end deal processes across multiple projects.
• Act as the primary client contact, building and maintaining strong relationships.
• Negotiate with senior stakeholders to achieve optimal results.
• Interpret and analyse financial information to support decision-making.
• Work closely with senior leadership and internal teams to ensure seamless project delivery.

Key Skills & Experience:

• Degree-level education required.
• Strong background in project management, corporate finance, or related fields.
• Commercial acumen with proven experience working with P&L.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

What's on Offer:

• The opportunity to work on complex, high-value transactions.
• Career progression in a dynamic, growing organisation.
• A collaborative and challenging environment.

Please apply below for further details.

Barden have been exclusively engaged by a reknown Irish company that is significantly growing and set to double in size within the next year. They are now building out their finance team in line with this growth and are creating a transactions sub-team. The transactions team will focus on creating value and growth within the company.

They are now inviting two corporate finance professional to join their team as
Corporate Finance Analyst
.

This is a unique opportunity at this level sitting on a close knit team, gaining direct exposure to a broad range of activities working closely with the senior leadership team.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

This role provides an excellent opportunity to utilise one's corporate finance experience within an industry setting and add real value to a leading irish business.

Main duties and responsibilities will include:

• Support the execution of acquisitions, disposals, and financing activities.
• Assist with the development of financial models, investment analysis, and performance forecasting.
• Contribute to due diligence efforts and manage data flow and documentation for live transactions.
• Help create high-impact presentations, internal papers, and investor materials.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across multiple departments to gather insights and input for transaction work.
• Liaise with external partners, including advisors, lenders, and investors, throughout deal lifecycles.
• Monitor financial obligations and covenant compliance tied to active financing structures.
• Identify areas for process improvement across processes.
• Ad hoc projects as required.

ABOUT THE PERSON:

• ACA or CFA Qualified with 0-2 years PQE;
• Previous corporate finance, transactions services or investment experience a strong advantage;
• Strong financial modelling skills essential;
• Advanced Excel skills;
• Ability to deliver both qualitative and quantitative analysis for decision making at senior management level;
• Good commercial acumen and ability to analyse qualitative information;
• Good problem solving and analytical skills;
• Excellent working knowledge of Excel.

This is an ideal role for someone looking for the opportunity to advance their career in Corporate Finance and progress within a progressive and significantly growing company.

Barden's Accounting and Tax recruitment practice is where finance professionals go before they start looking for a job. Make sure you get expert advice about your Accounting / Tax career from Barden first – your future is just too important to leave to chance.

An
international Financial Advisory Services organisation
is seeking a highly motivated
Finance & Corporate Advisory Associate
to join its growing team in
Dublin 2
. This role offers exposure to high-profile international projects, working at the intersection of finance, infrastructure, and strategic advisory.

As an Associate, you'll play a key role in transaction execution, financial analysis, and client interaction, contributing to infrastructure and project finance deals across global markets. This is an exciting opportunity for a finance professional looking to build expertise in investment advisory, financial modelling, and cross-border deal structuring.

Key Responsibilities:

Transaction Delivery & Project Management

• Prepare reports, investment memorandums, presentations, and other client deliverables
• Work closely with senior team members to deliver high-quality outputs under tight deadlines
• Coordinate with transaction teams and engage with client stakeholders, lenders, and project sponsors
• Participate in commercial and contractual negotiations under the guidance of team leads

Client Engagement

• Support client relationship management by understanding evolving priorities
• Assist in developing tailored financial solutions for clients
• Conduct due diligence, business valuations, and investment analysis
• Work effectively across multicultural and multidisciplinary teams

Business Development

• Conduct sectoral and market research to identify trends and opportunities
• Prepare insights and reports to support business development and proposals
• Assist in the creation of pitch documents and RFP responses

Financial Analysis

• Develop and refine complex financial models
• Conduct scenario and sensitivity analyses in line with project requirements, accounting, and tax regulations
• Gain an understanding of Public Private Partnership (PPP) structures and project finance fundamentals

Candidate Profile:

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field
• CFA Level III cleared (preferred)

Experience

• 1–3 years of experience in finance, banking, investment advisory, or consulting
• Prior exposure to infrastructure, project finance, or PPP frameworks is a plus
• Experience working with international clients or institutions is desirable

Skills

• Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
• Team player with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Familiarity with commercial and contractual aspects of infrastructure projects

What's on Offer

• Competitive base salary (€70,000)
• Annual performance bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
• Private health insurance
• Pension contributions
• Generous paid leave
• Professional development and training
• International project exposure and career growth

How to Apply

To apply, please contact:
Richard Minchin
at
Lex Consultancy