Paras Berawala
About Paras Berawala
Paras Berawala is the Head of TMT, Education, and Business Services at Investec, where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive experience in investment banking, specializing in M&A and Private Equity deals across multiple sectors, including technology and education.
Work at Investec
Paras Berawala has been serving as the Head of TMT, Education, and Business Services at Investec since 2019. In this role, he focuses on investment banking, particularly in the Technology, Media, and Telecommunications sectors, as well as education and business services. His responsibilities include originating and executing mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and private equity deals. He operates out of the Mumbai Area, India, and has contributed to the firm's strategic initiatives in these sectors.
Previous Experience at EY
Before joining Investec, Paras Berawala worked at EY as an Associate Partner from 2006 to 2019. During his 13 years at EY, he was based in the Mumbai Area, India, where he developed expertise in investment banking. His role involved advising clients on various financial transactions, enhancing his skills in M&A and private equity across multiple sectors.
Education and Expertise
Paras Berawala holds a Bachelor's degree in Commerce with a focus on Finance from Narsee Monjee College, which he attended from 1997 to 2002. He furthered his education by obtaining a Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) in Finance from the Indian Institute of Management, Lucknow, from 2002 to 2004. Additionally, he is a Chartered Accountant, having completed his studies at the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India from 2001 to 2004. His educational background supports his expertise in investment banking, particularly in TMT, education, and business services.
Early Career at ICICI Bank
Paras Berawala began his professional career as a Summer Trainee at ICICI Bank in 2003. This two-month internship provided him with initial exposure to the banking sector, laying the groundwork for his future roles in investment banking and financial services.
Achievements in Transactions
In his current role at Investec, Paras Berawala has successfully closed more than 15 transactions across various sectors in the past five years. His work primarily involves M&A and private equity deals, showcasing his capability in managing complex financial transactions and contributing to the growth of the sectors he specializes in.