Mergers & Acquisitions Manager

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, Engineering or similar discipline from a reputable university with a preference for the candidates holding an MBA.
• 12 years of experience in similar roles in large companies, of which at least 5 years are in positions of progressively increasing managerial responsibilities.
• Proven track record of managing the development of Oil & Gas / Power / other projects from start to finish.
• Hands-on expertise in all business development aspects, specifically commercial risk valuation, legal document negotiations, and technical risk aspects.
• Established understanding of emerging trends, technologies and key players.
• Experience of coordinating Management Programs, outsourcing courses, developing internal programs.

Job Purpose

• Develop and direct M&A strategic plan execution, lead due diligence and financial integration, collaborate with finance and business development teams, and manage all stages of the M&A process to ensure strategic alignment and compliance.

Mergers & Acquisitions

• Develop and refine the company's M&A strategy in line with overall business goals, identifying potential acquisition targets or merger partners that will deliver value and competitive advantage.
• Manage all stages of the M&A process, from initial screening of potential targets to transaction closing and post-merger integration.
• Facilitate communication between all stakeholders, target company leaders, and external advisors, to ensure alignment and address any concerns during the M&A process.
• Lead the preparation of reports on the progress of ongoing M&A activities.
• Coordinate with Finance and Legal teams, to execute M&A transactions, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and that business and financial targets are met.
• Collaborate closely with the Business Development Manager to gather reports and perform detailed analyses of market conditions in the EMEA, APAC, and Americas regions/countries, aiming to enhance the accuracy of financial projections and analyses.

Financial Analysis and Advisory

• Manage M&A financial geared activities both nationally and internationally, including modelling, analysis, and valuation of potential acquisition targets.
• Lead the due financial diligence process, ensuring thorough evaluation of target companies' financial health, liabilities, risks, and opportunities.
• Work closely with Finance team to assess the financial viability of acquisition targets, including detailed profitability analysis and long-term financial projections.
• Design and participate in the negotiation of the financial structure of acquisition deals to optimize financial and operational outcomes for the company.
• Lead the financial integration of acquired entities, including the alignment of financial systems, processes, and reporting.

Strategy Development and Implementation

• Develop and direct the implementation of the department strategy ensuring alignment to divisional strategy, client vision, mission and corporate objectives.
• Ensure that department strategy and related strategic plans are developed and implemented, which are aligned with the vision and mission of the organisation.
• Ensure the provision of subject matter expertise for the assigned domain and provide counsel to leadership on all related areas to facilitate the achievement of strategy and divisional strategies.

Leadership

• Manage the effective achievement of departmental objectives through effective leadership and by setting of individual objectives, managing performance, developing and motivating team to maximize performance.
• Lead the talent development initiatives for the assigned department, collaborating with discipline experts and thereby ensure the availability of talent to fit business requirements.

Budgeting and Financial Performance

• Oversee the consolidation and recommend the department budget and monitor financial performance versus the budget so that the business is aware of anticipated costs/revenues, areas of unsatisfactory performance are identified, and potential areas of cost reduction or performance improvement opportunities are capitalized upon.

Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures

• Develop and lead the implementation of services 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.

Change Management

• Lead 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.

Reporting

• Ensure that all department reports are prepared timely and accurately and meet the requirements, policies, and quality standards.

Job-Specific Skills (Generic / Technical)

• Demonstrated strategic thinking ability with strong problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Solid leadership and people management skills.
• A demonstrable track record of working at the highest standards and delivering outstanding results, including managing change and delivering on growth strategies.
• Excellent relationship building skills.
• Extensive skills in leading teams from a multi-cultural background.
• Demonstrated negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to work with key stakeholders, senior executives, management team and external partners/advisors through collaboration & teamwork in a non-hierarchical relationship framework.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.