Corporate Development Analyst

The client are a global financial services company (asset management and property company) that are looking for a Corporate Development Analyst to join the team on a permanent basis. There is a wealth of exposure and progression in the role, and they are looking for a candidate with strong financial modelling and analytical experience. The head office is based in South West London (Victoria) and they have hybrid working.Client DetailsThe successful candidate will report directly into the Head of Corporate Development, and the role will have a wealth of exposure to the full merger & acquisition process. The role will range all the way from the research stage, to the putting together of bids process, up to the project management and model building of successful bids.It is a really exciting opportunity for a candidate that is willing to learn and grow through the business. The Head of the department started in this role and the business have a HUGE team, allowing for international travel and a wealth of growth opportunities.DescriptionThe successful Corporate Development Analyst will:Collect market, sector or company data on the internet and third-party databases, and through primary research sourcesManage and update the Corporate Development pipeline with new acquisition targets, as well as detailing progress on existing projectsSupport the organisation in identification of potential opportunities in line with the Corporate Development StrategyPrepare presentations and studies on researched markets/sectors/companiesGain necessary market and sector knowledge and knowledge of market participants (regulatory framework, size, trends, players, barriers to entry)Participate in all phases of the transaction such as LOI, IM reviews, due diligence, structuring, negotiation, legal documentation, integration planning, etc.Develop and manage the transaction dataroom, coordinate with external advisors and internal working teams on dataroom material preparation and collectionAnalyse financial statements and data, and prepare complex financial models, taking into account the impact of acquisitions to Nord Anglia from financial and operational perspectivesPrepare investment cases for Executive Committees and Board for investment approvalsManage and update transaction budgets Integration and project monitoring Assist the Corporate Development team, and the central support functions and regional offices in the preparation of integration plans and reportsTracking of investment plan delivery: budget, actual, forecastSupport on special projects: annual Corporate Development Team budgets, five-year plan, reporting, tax, etc.ProfileThe successful candidate Corporate Development Analyst will:Prior experience working in a deal environment, preferably in a Corporate M&A function, Private Equity or venture capital company, Corporate Finance / M&A in a leading bank, Transaction Services within a Big 4 or a Management consultant with transaction experience from a top consulting firm (all are highly desirable)MUST have very strong modelling skills (preferably financial)Excellent analytical and Excel skillsStrong academic background with a degree from a leading UniversityExcellent written and verbal communications skillCurrently studying towards the ACA, CPA, CFA (or equivalent)Job Offer£53,000 (max)10% bonusAdditional benefitsStudy Support
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