M&A Corporate Finance Director (Technology - software)
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Location
London
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Discipline:
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Job type:
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Salary:
£110,000 - £120,000
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Email:
kwatt@merje.com
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Job ref:
KW/14402
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Published:
about 2 years ago
The Client-
My client is a leading professional services firm; they are recognised for their commitment to delivering an outstanding quality of client service, and enabling people to excel in everything they do.
The role
The Corporate Finance Advisory (M&A) team provides corporates, private equity houses and other clients with a full suite of M&A services advising on acquisitions, divestments, joint ventures, buy-outs and licensing, a significant number of which are cross-border or international in nature.
Responsibilities
- Working across the TMT sectors but main focus is on Technology, in particular software clients, on a range of buy-side and sell-side transactions
- Leading transactions and delivering the work which includes preparation of information memoranda, management presentations, valuation analysis and taking responsibility for preparation of information and client communications
- Industry research for both deal origination and transaction analysis
- Valuation work and Financial modelling, including DCF and LBO analysis
- Contribution to marketing and generating new opportunities through business development
Requirements
To qualify for the role you must have:
- ACA/CFA (or equivalent) qualification (not essential depending on other experience)
- Ideally some transactional experience gained on client engagements or on secondment
- Excellent numeracy skills with keen attention to detail and the ability to absorb and analyse large amounts of data quickly
- Client focus, with ability to work quickly and establish effective working relationships
- Enthusiasm for and previous exposure to the Technology sector, in particular software clients
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Logical and methodical approach to problem solving
- Project management and organisational skills
- Ability to undertake detailed financial/commercial analysis for inclusion in client reports
- The self-confidence/appetite to be involved in business development activities
- Ability to develop, coach and motivate junior members of the team