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Associate, M&A, Oil & Gas and Chemicals
Role summary
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The Associate will support mergers and acquisitions advisory assignments focused on the oil and gas and chemicals sectors. Requirements typically include strong financial modelling, valuation, accounting and analytical skills, experience preparing transaction materials, and familiarity with M&A processes. Candidates are generally expected to have several years of investment banking or relevant corporate finance experience, excellent written and verbal communication, commercial judgement, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines. The role involves analysing companies and markets, preparing presentations and valuation materials, coordinating due diligence, supporting senior bankers, and working closely with clients. A strong interest in energy and chemicals, attention to detail, teamwork, and a professional approach are essential.
Can I work in the UK?
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How it works
How it works: Analyst jobs are degree level: the employer sponsors you at GBP 41,700 or the job's going rate if higher (finance analysts about GBP 45,800).
Before you apply: Dealing, advising and senior roles usually need a regulator's licence or approval, which checks your honesty, skills and finances. Ask if your job does.
Watch for: A lower floor of GBP 33,400 applies in some cases, such as new entrants. The employer must hold a sponsor licence and you need a confirmed job offer first.
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What the job usually comes with in the UK
Usual for Banking jobs in the UK, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Not usually provided; you rent privately |
|---|---|
| Relocation | Visa fee is yours (GBP 819; GBP 324 health and care) unless the employer pays; moving help varies |
| Flights | Not standard; varies by employer and seniority |
| Contract | Permanent is usual; sponsored work visas last up to 5 years at a time |
| Leave | At least 28 days for a 5-day week (by law); employers may count bank holidays in it |
| Income tax | 0% to GBP 12,570, 20% to GBP 50,270, then 40%; plus 8% National Insurance (Scotland differs) |
| Health cover | NHS care for visa holders; you pay a health surcharge of GBP 1,035 a year, except on health and care visas |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
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About Standard Chartered
Standard Chartered is an international banking group headquartered in London, with a strong presence across Asia, Africa, the Middle East and other growth markets. The bank provides corporate, commercial and institutional banking, wealth management, retail banking and financial-market services. Its international network gives it particular strength in cross-border trade, emerging markets, financing and advisory work. Standard Chartered’s Corporate and Investment Banking division supports companies, financial institutions, governments and investors with capital raising, transaction banking, risk management, mergers and acquisitions, and strategic advice. The bank places emphasis on responsible banking, inclusion, sustainability and long-term client relationships. In this role, the successful candidate would join the London-based investment banking platform and focus on transaction advice for clients in the oil and gas and chemicals sectors.