M&A Associate

Westfalia Fruit

2d•Remote

About The Position

Westfalia Fruit is a leading multinational supplier of fresh fruit and related value added products to global markets. Through our vertically-integrated supply chain we grow, source, ripen, pack, process and market quality avocadoes & fresh produce – 365 days a year & across the globe. With the largest avocado-growing footprint in the world, we are recognised as the leading #avoexperts , and considered as the supplier of choice to both retail & wholesale customers whom we serve from sales offices in the UK, Europe, North America, Latin America & Southern Africa. We’re looking for a M&A Associate to join our Growth team at Westfalia Fruit. This role can be based remotely out of the UK or South Africa. However PLEASE NOTE that although this position can be remote, you must be within commuting distance from one of our offices in South Africa or the UK (preferably Johannesburg or Kings Hill). The Mergers & Acquisitions Associate provides analytical, operational and project management support across the full M&A lifecycle, from initial opportunity assessment through to transaction execution and post deal tracking. The role plays a critical part in ensuring transactions progress effectively, combining financial analysis, due diligence coordination and high quality documentation with structured project management across multiple stakeholders. In addition to transaction support, the role contributes to broader strategic activity, including the preparation of Board level materials, development of strategy papers and tracking execution against agreed strategic priorities. This is a delivery focused role requiring strong analytical capability, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple workstreams within a fast paced, high accountability environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related discipline
Prior experience within M&A, corporate finance, investment banking, consulting or a similar analytical environment
Strong financial modelling and analytical capability
Experience supporting end to end M&A transactions within a corporate or advisory environment
Exposure to investment committee or Board approval processes
Experience drafting Board level materials or strategy papers
Experience working with financial data, business performance analysis and commercial evaluation
Ability to manage multiple workstreams and deadlines in a structured manner
Strong attention to detail and high standards of accuracy
Experience preparing presentations and materials for senior stakeholders
Effective communication and stakeholder management skills
Strong organisational and project management capability
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

Responsibilities

Support end-to-end M&A transaction execution, coordinating stakeholders, timelines, and key deliverables
Prepare and manage investment committee and Board materials, ensuring high-quality, timely outputs
Build and maintain financial models, delivering valuation, scenario analysis, and commercial insights
Analyse financial, market, and competitor data to support investment decisions and strategy development
Coordinate due diligence across functions, managing data rooms, information flow, and key findings
Track risks, actions, and milestones, ensuring accurate reporting and escalation where required
Assist in drafting transaction documentation (e.g. NDAs, term sheets) and maintaining version control
Produce clear, structured presentations and maintain effective communication across internal and external stakeholders