M&A Manager

Description:

Job Requisition ID: 37839

Manager Melbourne

Do you want to help some of the largest, most interesting organisations in the world imagine, deliver and invest in the future, by working on deals that shape their markets?

In response to the growing demand for our market-leading M&A consulting services, we are looking to hire strategists and problem-solvers to join our team in Sydney & Melbourne, to deliver trusted advice and commercial insights for our clients

If you are looking to take your career to the next level and develop your skills in the world of mergers and acquisitions, then our team provides you with the perfect opportunity:

We have supported some of Australia's most iconic transactions across private equity and corporate Australia.

We invest in our people - you will have access to experienced coaches, world-class training and global development opportunities.

About the team

We know that the difference for businesses between pursuing the right and the wrong transaction is huge, so whether the focus is on growth through acquisitions or increasing shareholder value through strategic divestments, we support clients to find opportunities, consider risks, and deliver their strategic objectives through M&A.

Our M&A Consulting Services Team focuses on the deal cycle - including pre-deal strategy, assessment of deal targets with commercial and operational due diligence, deal execution and implementation. This role will focus on strategy and diligence, providing support for our clients through complex deal processes, with a focus on increasing growth and value.

What will your typical day look like?

You will drive the thinking of Corporate and Private Equity clients to uncover the true strategic and operational impact of acquisitions or divestments. You will bring an analytical point of view, structured problem solving, great consulting skills and disciplined project management capabilities. You will lead teams and shape your own insights to deliver strategic advice to our clients.

As a mature member of the team, you will typically be involved with:

Development of inorganic strategies and growth options for clients

Pre-deal strategy design and articulation, structured problem solving and strategic decision making

Due diligence for proposed transactions, including financial analysis, and market and target assessment

Commercial assessment of deal synergies and standalone costs

Practice and business development activities e.g. through the development of thought leadership material and/or sales materials

Coaching junior staff to operationalise the deal process for clients through knowledge of the M&A lifecycle and excellent project management skills

Enough about us, let's talk about you.

You are someone with:

Ideally a Bachelor's degree or postgraduate qualification (e.g. CA / CFA / MBA)

3-4+ years' advisory/consulting experience, ideally from a Big 4, strategy or boutique consulting firm or the internal strategy function of a large corporate (this is provided as a guidance only, please don't let it limit you if you feel you have something to add to our team)

Aptitude for problem solving and structured thinking

Comfort with an analytical strategy toolkit

Experience with the broader deal-oriented process and environment

Excellent commercial or financial skills

Articulate communication and confident presentation skills

Readiness to address complex problems by leading a team to work in an organised manner

Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment and willingness to deal with ambiguity and change

Why Deloitte?

At Deloitte, we focus our energy on interesting and impactful work. We're always learning, innovating and setting the standard; making a positive difference to our clients and our society. We put coaching at the heart of what we do, helping our people grow their careers in any direction - whether it be up, moving into something new, or even moving across the world.

We embrace diversity, equity and inclusion. We have a diverse collection of people from different backgrounds, with different experiences, gender identities, abilities and thinking styles. What binds us together is a shared commitment to value everyone's perspective and to cultivate inclusion; so that our work environment is a safe space we can all belong.

We prioritise flexibility and choice. At Deloitte, you get trust on Day 1. We know our people get their best work done when they're in control of where and how they work, designing their work week around their client, team and personal commitments.

We help you live and work well. To support your personal and professional life, we offer a range of , including retail discounts, wellbeing leave, paid volunteering days, twelve flexible working options, market-leading parental leave and return to work support package.

Next Steps

Sound like the sort of role for you? Apply now, we'd love to hear from you!

By applying for this job, you'll be assessed against the Deloitte Talent Standards. We've designed these standards so that you can grow in your career, and we can provide our clients with a consistent and exceptional Deloitte employee experience globally. The preferred candidate will be subject to background screening by Deloitte or by their external third-party provider.

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