Corporate Development / M&A Analyst

Corporate Development / M&A Analyst

£70,000 - £85,000 + 25% Bonus + Potential LTIP | Fully Remote

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A publicly listed, highly acquisitive digital entertainment platform is looking to build out its Corporate Development capability with the addition of a Corporate Development / M&A Analyst.

The role will sit within the M&A function, supporting a predominantly buy-side acquisition strategy. Initially, the focus will be on the technical and analytical workload across transactions, with the opportunity to develop into a broader Corporate Development role covering deal execution, target assessment and wider strategic initiatives.

This is a strong opportunity for a junior Investment Banker or M&A professional looking to make the move in-house and gain broader exposure across the acquisition lifecycle.

The Role

• Support the execution of buy-side M&A transactions from initial assessment through to completion
• Build financial models, valuation analyses and acquisition cases
• Conduct financial, commercial and strategic analysis of potential targets
• Support financial, commercial, legal and operational due diligence
• Prepare investment materials and recommendations for senior stakeholders
• Support target identification, market mapping and acquisition pipeline development
• Work alongside internal stakeholders and external advisers throughout transactions
• Participate in target and management meetings as experience develops
• Support broader Corporate Development and strategic initiatives across the group

Candidate Profile

• 2-4 years' relevant transactional experience , ideally within Investment Banking / M&A
• Strong candidates from Corporate Finance or Transaction Services / FDD backgrounds will also be considered
• Strong financial modelling and valuation capabilities
• Experience supporting M&A transactions and due diligence processes
• Strong financial, analytical and commercial skillset
• Ability to understand both the technical detail and strategic rationale behind acquisitions
• Confidence working with senior stakeholders
• Genuine interest in the digital entertainment platform

Ambition to develop into a broader, well-rounded Corporate Development professional