Project Lead I

About Zinnov

Zinnov is a global management consulting firm that helps organizations make decisions that actually get used - and deliver results that matter. For over two decades, we’ve partnered with leading enterprises, high-growth technology companies, and investors to answer some of the toughest questions they face:

Where should we invest?

How do we scale globally?

What capabilities will win in the next decade?

Our work shapes market entry strategies, global operating models, M&A decisions, and long-term growth bets. We’re known for being data-led, execution-focused, and outcome-driven - not opinion-heavy slideware.

At Zinnov, how you work matters as much as what you deliver. We value independent thinking, crisp communication, and early ownership. With 450+ professionals across 10 global offices, we work across industries including Digital Services, ER&D, Enterprise Software, Semiconductors, Healthcare, BFSI, Automotive, Media & Telecom, and Private Equity.

Zinnov isn’t for everyone. It’s for people who want steep learning curves, honest feedback, and the chance to see their work influence real business decisions - not just presentations.

Why Strategy

Zinnov’s Strategy practice is where you help leadership teams define and execute growth agendas using structured, data-backed problem solving - especially in technology services.

In this practice, you’ll get:

Work on high-impact topics like long-range strategy, positioning, org design, and growth theses.

Hands-on GTM and revenue acceleration exposure - white space, offering design, account strategy (Zinnov’s KPA framework), channels, and leakage reduction.

Transformation and performance work including profitability improvement and post-merger integration / 100-day plans.

Market-facing thought leadership through conferences, leadership roundtables, and co-branded research.

Role: Project Lead I– M&A

Location: Bangalore / Gurgaon

Experience

2+ years in Investment Banking, M&A Advisory, Private Equity, Transaction Advisory, or Corporate M&A

Experience in live transactions is strongly preferred

What You Will Do (Execution-Heavy Role)

You will work directly with senior bankers on live transactions from mandate to closure.

Transaction Execution

Drive financial modeling and valuation (DCF, trading comps, transaction comps)

Prepare and manage detailed financial models and scenario analyses

Support end-to-end buy-side and sell-side execution

Coordinate due diligence processes with clients, investors, and external advisors

Manage data rooms and transaction trackers

Deal Materials & Analysis

Prepare teasers, CIMs, pitch books, management presentations, and investment memos

Conduct industry research and target screening within the tech ecosystem

Analyze financial statements and operating metrics of tech businesses

Develop benchmarking and valuation analyses

Client Interaction

Participate in founder and investor discussions

Support negotiation and transaction documentation processes

Work closely with CXOs and decision-makers in fast-growing tech companies

Requirements

Strong financial modeling and valuation skills

High proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint (must-have)

Experience using financial databases (Capital IQ, PitchBook, etc.)

Strong analytical and problem-solving ability

Ability to manage multiple workstreams in tight timelines

Strong communication skills and client-facing confidence

High ownership mindset and attention to detail

What We Offer

Significant responsibility from day one

Direct exposure to founders and investors

Steep learning curve in live deal execution

Lean team environment with high visibility

What Success Looks Like – Strategy M&A

Error-free and high-quality deliverables across financial models, analysis, and presentations.

Timely execution under tight deadlines, with the ability to support multiple live mandates simultaneously.

Strong depth of research and industry insight that enhances pitch materials and deal strategy.

High attention to detail and data accuracy in financial models, valuations, and documentation.

Reliable team collaboration and responsiveness during fast-paced live deal environments.

If you enjoy working in a fast-paced deal environment, building robust financial models, conducting deep industry research, and contributing to high-impact transactions while collaborating closely with senior bankers and clients - this role offers strong learning, responsibility, and career growth in investment banking.