Corporate Development Analyst – M&A – Morgan McKinley

Our client within the Educational sector is looking to hire a Corportate Development Analyst to help the organisation continue to grow. This is a newly created role and a fantastic opportunity to work within the M&A team to liaise directly with sellers, investors, advisors and partners to support the Corporate Development Strategy. You will also have the opportunity for career progression and the potential to relocate internationally should you desire in the future. The role offers hybrid working – 3 days in the office per week.

Role requirements:

Essential:

Strong academic background with a degree from a leading University
Experience working in a deal environment, preferably in (by order of preference)
Corporate M&A function
Private Equity or venture capital
Corporate Finance / M&A in a leading bank
Transaction Services with a Big 4
Management consultant with transaction experience from a top consulting firm
Outstanding analytical skills
Strong Excel financial modelling and valuation skills
Solid knowledge of financial accounting concepts and practice
Strong PowerPoint skills
Excellent written and oral presentational skills
Organisational skills, ability to pay attentional to detail without compromising the big picture
Understanding of “transaction environment and requirements”
Ability to work in partnership and collaboratively across organisational boundaries and different business sectors to solve problems and meet common objectives
A high level of accuracy and attention to detail
Desirable:
Attained or working towards CPA, CA, CFA or equivalent qualifications
Experience of various markets and cultures
English. Other languages a plus