M&A Manager

The M&A Manager assists the M&A Director within the strategic assets team by leading M&A deal executions across various sectors in line with the strategy of the EIA.ResponsibilitiesManage the execution of M&A transactionsWork alongside the various industry / sector teams within strategic assets to formulate the investment thesis, and to conduct preliminary assessment (strategic, financial and legal) of a potential strategic opportunity to reach a “go/no-go” decisionBuild financial models and conduct financial and valuation analysis in relation to a specific M&A target (including sensitivity and scenario analysis)Work alongside the sector teams to develop a framework for synergy assessmentPrepare internal presentations / IC (Investment Committee) memos in relation to presenting specific opportunities and to seek investment approvalResponsible for leading all aspects of M&A transaction execution, including liaising with internal risk, legal and financeExecute negotiation with target and its shareholdersProvide reporting to CSAO (Chief Strategic Assets Officer) and Investment Committee members on transaction progressLiaise with sector team on sector specific transaction concernsEngage and oversee the workstreams of various advisors appointed in relation to M&A transactionsLead & manage the commercial due diligence advisors to scrutinize business of target and sectorCoordinate with banking advisors to oversee overall transaction execution, as well as be involved in transaction negotiations, transaction structuring, and valuation assessment (with sensitivities)Coordinate with financial advisors to oversee financial due diligenceProvide input to sector teams on deal pipeline and market opportunitiesBuild / maintain network of financial advisors / dealmakers / PE players / SWFs (Private Equity and Sovereign Wealth Funds)Inform sector teams of relevant potential upcoming deals that could be of interest to EIAQualificationsBachelor's Degree (Finance, Business or Economics preferred)Master's degree preferredMBA from a top school is highly recommendedRelevant professional certificates are an advantage10 years’ experience in deal making, either from Investment Banking M&A or Private Equity backgroundStrong financial modelling and valuation skillsStrong presentation skills – preparation of internal presentations, investment proposalsRegional experience – preference to have track‑record of deal execution in the region, though strong international experience is sufficientExperience of influencing management teams and boards of directors and government / private sector stakeholdersHas managed M&A transactions in the Middle East or internationally – Investment Banking M&A or Private EquitySector specific expertise is not required, though expertise within EIA’s current verticals viewed attractively (e.g., TMT, Technology, Media and telecommunications, energy & power, logistics and transportation, healthcare, education and financial services)#J-18808-Ljbffr