M&A & Corporate Development Analyst

The candidate will be part of the M&A and Corporate Development team, responsible for generating, structuring, managing and executing mergers, acquisitions, and other key strategic corporate development projects.

Main responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth market analysis and benchmarking
• Develop detailed corporate research and analysis based on financial statements, financial and business modelling
• Perform company valuations using the main valuation methodologies
• Build complex financial models to support deal structuring
• Preparation of internal and external presentation (investment decks, management presentation, market presentation)
• Support in managing the complete M&A process, from project management to due diligence and preparation/execution of legal documentation
• Work with other corporate functions (e.g. legal, accounting, control, etc.) in designing and implementing M&A and other corporate development/finance activities

Capabilities

• Outstanding analytical and financial modelling skills
• Solid knowledge of the relevant M&A and corporate finance tools (e.g. valuation methodologies, financial modelling, etc.)
• Clear understanding of business and corporate finance principles
• Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Familiarity with financial data providers (Factset/Bloomberg) is a plus

Skills

• Strong team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Self-starter with the ability to work autonomously
• Good time management and organisational skills
• Reliability and flexibility
• Rigorous attention to detail
• Ability to adapt to and work in a corporate environment

Education and Work Experience

• Degree in finance/economics/management
• 1-3 years of prior relevant experience (M&A/valuation in corporate, advisory or financial institutions)
• Proficiency in Italian and English