Senior Manager Merger & Acquisitions / Business Development

Job PurposeThe incumbent will be responsible for supporting M&A strategy, evaluating potential targets, leading key stages of transactions, preparing investment proposals, and overseeing post-merger integration to ensure strategic objectives are achieved.AccountabilitiesSupport the development and refinement of the company’s M&A strategy, aligning with Beeah’s overall business goals and identifying potential acquisition targets or merger partners.Assist in various stages of the M&A process, including initial screening of potential targets, transaction closing, and post-merger integration.Conduct market research and industry analysis to identify trends and opportunities for potential M&A activities.Evaluate financial statements, business models, and market positioning of potential targets.Develop financial models and valuation analyses to assess the financial impact of potential acquisitions or mergers.Assist in the preparation of investment proposals and business cases for senior management and board review.Prepare reports on the progress of M&A activities and present findings to Mergers & Acquisitions Manager.Monitor post-merger integration activities to ensure that synergies and strategic objectives are achieved.Analysis of JVs and subsidiaries financial statement post-acquisition and highlight the management for any major concerns & risks.Provide support in negotiation and due diligence processes, including coordinating with external consultants and advisors.Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to M&A activities and integration efforts.Strategic ContributionEnsure effective cascading of the divisional strategy into sectional business plans to ensure vertical alignment and horizontal integration with other interfacing strategies.People ManagementManage the effective achievement of assigned objectives through the leadership of the assigned section by setting individual objectives, managing performance, developing and motivating staff to maximize sectional performance.Lead the talent development initiatives for the assigned section, collaborating with technical/discipline experts and thereby ensuring the availability of talent to fit business requirements.Budgeting and Financial PlanningManage the preparation and recommend the sectional budget and monitor financial performance versus the budget while ensuring all sectional activities are conducted in line with the approved guidelines.Policies, Systems, Processes & ProceduresDevelop and lead the implementation of department policies, systems, processes, procedures and controls covering all areas of assigned function so that all relevant procedural/legislative requirements are fulfilled while delivering a quality, cost-effective service in a consistent manner.Continuous ImprovementLead the management of change through continuous improvement of department systems, processes and practices taking into account global standards and changes in the business environment which demand proactive action plans.ReportingEnsure that all department reports are prepared timely and accurately and meet management requirements, policies and quality standards.Experience & QualificationBachelors in economics, Finance, Engineering, or related field; MBA preferred.8 – 10 years' experience in large companies, including at least 4 years as a manager role.Strong strategic thinking, negotiation, and leadership skills.Knowledge of energy, power, or water sectors.Proficiency in English; Arabic is an advantage.Excellent stakeholder management and cross-cultural team leadership.Knowledge & SkillsStrategic ThinkingFinancial AnalysisNegotiation Skills#J-18808-Ljbffr