Job Description

M&A Deal Lead:

1. JOB PURPOSE: Research and evaluate acquisition opportunities both strategically and financially, manage the acquisition process jointly with countries and business lines, maintain & develop acquisition operating controls and systems. Support recruitment and training of junior team members.

2.       MAIN DUTIES:

2. 1. Research & analysis

• To research and identify potential new acquisition opportunities in existing, as well as new markets
• Analyse and assess businesses that are for sale or opportunities identified by the business globally
• Valuation work- standalone and benchmark valuation against comparable transactions  
• Preparation and presentation of findings on such research to senior management

b)       Managing the acquisition processes

• Determine the due diligence requirements and appointment of advisers
• Development and management of the acquisition timetable and work streams
• Preparation  of  management  and  Board  presentations  for  approval  of

transactions

• Participating in negotiations and preparation of agreements

c)       Maintain & develop acquisition operating controls and systems

• Ensure compliance with operating controls and systems
• Reporting and monitoring of post-acquisition performance and success of integration

d)       Cooperate closely with the Innovation team which is part of the Corporate Development Group

• Idea sharing and work on partnerships with companies prior to or as an alternative to an acquisition