Ernst & Young
Ernst & Young is presently seeking passionate for the role of a Mergers and Acquisition Manager to join their team in Dubai. The successful candidate will be responsible to assist clients in assessing the strategic fit of a business by analyzing all aspects of a transaction, assessing the projected synergies, project managing the deal cycle, assisting in negotiations, and conducting financial modelling. The role holder will leverage off an extensive global network to provide sector-focused advice on the sale process from strategic positioning to close, and help execute acquisitions, alliances and mergers. The Requisition ID for this vacancy is 1411751.
Responsibilities of A Mergers and Acquisition Manager
- Support in the execution of transactions across the client portfolio, preparing client reports and key documentation for fund-raising, acquisitions and disposals.
- Identifying opportunities, opening and leveraging relationships.
- Meeting the transaction timetable, ensuring quality on client deliverables, as well as engaging with counterparties and other advisers to ensure transaction milestones are met.
- Understanding the key business drivers as well as identifying, and managing key issues and risks through insights, factual conclusions and advice.
- Counsel junior colleagues, share knowledge, and take an active role in the growth and development of the whole team.
Requirements for Role Mergers and Acquisition Manager
The eligibility requirements for role a Mergers and Acquisition Manager are as under:
- Required: Bachelor’s degree ideally in a finance related topic or similar from a reputable University.
- At least 2 years of experience in a M&A environment.
- Desired: MBA or Master’s degree in finance or related specializations.
- CFA qualification or working towards it.
- Transactions Advisory experience in the GCC or similar mature markets.
Skills Desired
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- Sound commercial judgmental and problem solving skills.
- Ability to produce high quality and impactful professional documents for clients and internal use.
- Arabic language skills would be an asset.
- Flexibility to travel (approx. 25 to 75%).