Corporate Development Analyst

Research & Market Intelligence

• Gather and analyze data on markets, sectors, and companies using online tools, databases, and direct outreach (banks, advisors,etc.).

• Maintain and update our Corporate Development pipeline, tracking new acquisition targets and project progress.

• Build and manage detailed databases on the company's industry and transaction multiples in this sector

• Identify strategic growth opportunities aligned with the vision.

• Create compelling presentations and market studies for internal stakeholders.

• Conduct in-depth analysis of regions and sub-sectors (e.g., regulations, trends, competitors, barriers to entry)

Acquisitions & Investment Analysis

• Support the end-to-end M&A process, including LOIs, IM reviews, due diligence, structuring, negotiation, and integration planning.

• Manage the transaction data room and collaborate with external advisors and internal teams.

• Analyze financial data and build sophisticated financial models to assess acquisition impacts.

• Benchmark potential acquisitions against our existing portfolio of schools.

• Prepare high-quality investment cases for executive and board-level approval.

• Track and manage transaction budgets.

Integration & Project Monitoring

• Collaborate with Corporate Development, central support teams, and regional offices on integration planning and reporting.

• Monitor the execution of investment plans (budget vs actual vs forecast).

• Support strategic initiatives, including budgeting, long-term planning, reporting, and tax planning.

• Contribute to developing best practices in acquisition and integration processes.

• Deliver comprehensive target analyses and market studies.

• Develop a strong understanding for this particular market to support informed decision-making

• A curious, analytical mindset and strong attention to detail

• Confidence in financial analysis and modeling

• Excellent research and presentation skills

• Strong communication and project coordination abilities

• A proactive approach, ready to contribute insights and ideas throughout the deal process