Unlock Your Potential with "EDGE" - our EMEA Deals M&A Programme

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PwC’s EDGE programme in Zurich offers a full-time Associate role in Deals team. You’ll work across Transaction Services, Corporate Finance, Valuation & Modelling, and Post-Merger Integration, supporting due diligence and deal execution for clients. The programme guarantees a seamless transition into Deals team after completion, networking and coaching. Ideal applicants hold a Master’s in finance, business or STEM, speak German and English, and have initial M&A or corporate finance experience. Tips: tailor your CV to deal work, quantify impact, show teamwork and adaptability, and attend the Zurich recruiting days on 23 or 24 March 2026; visa sponsorship is not available and travel can reach 40%.

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Line of Service

Advisory

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Deals

Management Level

Associate

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in deals focus on providing strategic advice and support to clients in areas such as mergers and acquisitions, divestitures, and restructuring. They help clients navigate complex transactions and maximise value in their business deals.

In transaction services at PwC, you will provide strategic advice and support to clients in their mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures. Your work will include conducting due diligence, financial analysis, and managing the transaction process.

Are you a dynamic and ambitious young professional eager to dive into the world of M&A? Join our "Edge" programme and embark on a journey that will not only challenge your capabilities, but also equip you for a career in mergers and acquisitions. You will be part of our Deals team, covering a wide range of Deals services such as Transaction Services, Corporate Finance, Valuation & Modelling, Post-Merger Integration and Deals Strategy in various industries. We are based in Zurich and support clients on transactions across Europe and globally.  Your Impact 

• Work in a globally diverse environment with a seamless and guaranteed transition into our Deals team upon program completion.  
• Play a pivotal role in transactions, both in Switzerland and beyond and learn from our top practitioners in the field.   
• Experience how to conduct market and competition analyses, to prepare financial and commercial due diligence reports, to assess and value companies and to generate deal value through negotiations and post-merger integrations.  
• Explore the vast landscapes of Deals by rotating through our Corporate Finance (M&A), Transaction Services, Valuation & Modelling, or Post-Merger Integration and Deals Strategy practices.  
• Elevate your M&A and soft skill expertise through engaging on-and-off-the-job training sessions while participating in international networking events.  
• Receive continuous support from a dedicated coach to guide your personal development throughout your career at PwC.  

 Take the next step Join us for one of our exclusive recruiting days on 23 or 24 March 2026, at our Zurich office.   During these special days, you'll:   

• Gain insights from a keynote speech by our Edge Sponsoring Partner.   
• Discover "a day in the life of an Edgie" as our Associates share their experiences in the world of M&A.  
• Engage in a Deals case study to experience your future playfield.  
• Get to know team members from different grades to feel the spirit and culture of our team.  If the match is right, expect a job offer within ten business days! 

 Click here to see a video of our Edgie Uljana telling you more about EDGE! Your Skill Set We are looking for individuals with a    

• genuine interest and passion in mergers and acquisitions, strategic questions and finance, 
• team-oriented mindset with enthusiasm for a diverse and international environment, 
• flexible mindset and personality who is motivated to thrive in fast changing environment.  
• Affinity for a diligent way of working and great attention to detail. 
• Master's degree in finance, business administration, or science-based studies (mathematics, engineering, technology); ideally initial experience in Corporate Finance/M&A, Transaction Services, Valuation and Modelling or related areas. 
• Professional communication skills in both German and English; proficiency in additional languages is a plus.  

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Required Skills

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Alteryx (Automation Platform), Budget Analysis, Business Valuations, Carve-Outs, Cash Flow Analysis, Communication, Compliance With Accounting Standards, Contractual Risk Mitigation, Data Analysis, Data Analysis and Interpretation, Data Analytics, Data Integrity, Deal Structures, Draft Preparation, Due Diligence Research, Earnings Quality, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Financial Advising, Financial Due Diligence, Financial Modeling, Financial Research {+ 32 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Up to 40%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

No

Job Posting End Date