We are looking for a Group M&A Project Lead to join ECCBC’s Corporate Strategy & M&A team at Head Office, reporting to the Head of Group Mergers & Acquisitions.
The role will contribute to the definition and execution of the Group’s corporate strategy and support growth and portfolio expansion through mergers and acquisitions, with a clear focus on shareholder value creation.
Key responsibilities
Corporate Strategy & Market Analysis
- Support the development of the corporate strategy plan
- Perform strategic assessments covering market attractiveness, growth drivers, trends, risks and competition
- Collect and analyse market, industry and competitor information
- Support the coordination of strategic initiatives across functions
- Prepare structured materials and presentations for inorganic steering committees, decision forums and senior management
M&A Pipeline & Transaction Execution
- Screen and assess potential acquisitions, mergers and partnership opportunities
- Develop and maintain the M&A pipeline
- Manage relationships with M&A advisors, investment banks and intermediaries
- Perform financial analysis, valuation and business case modelling
- Coordinate due diligence workstreams for active transactions
- Support negotiations of key transaction terms, including Letters of Intent and Share Purchase Agreements
- Coordinate closing activities and handover to integration teams
What we’re looking for
Education & experience
- University degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics or a related field
- 2–3 years of experience in project management within financial and/or operational environments
- Previous consulting or investment banking experience is a plus
- Full professional proficiency in English
- Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills
Technical capabilities
- Operational financial knowledge, including P&L, working capital, debt projections and investments
- Valuation and financial modelling
- Understanding of the M&A transaction process
- Knowledge of internal controlling and governance processes
- Ability to coordinate due diligence workstreams
What will help you succeed
We are looking for someone who combines:
- Strong strategic thinking and analytical capabilities
- Self-leadership and ownership
- Drive for results
- Strong collaboration across functions and stakeholders
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and tight deadlines
- Clear, structured communication and storytelling
- Ability to operate effectively in a cross-cultural environment
- Strong stakeholder and 360° expectation management
The position involves extensive collaboration with Finance, Legal & Tax, Operations, HR and Business Units, as well as external advisors, investment banks, consultants and target company management teams.
üåç Travel requirement: approximately 20%
This is a great opportunity for an analytical and business-oriented professional looking to further develop their career in Corporate Strategy & M&A within an international Group environment.
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