Leveraging research and analytical skills, support the Investment Manager in developing a 5-year business plan, conducting market research, and preparing investment proposals.
Client Details
Our client operates in the education sector, providing a range of programs for learners of all ages. With multiple branches across Abu Dhabi, they offer high-quality education with diverse learning styles and facilities.
Description
Main Responsibilities:
* Investment Scouting and Due Diligence: Uncover and evaluate promising investment opportunities, conducting meticulous background checks (due diligence) to ensure their viability.
* Business Planning and Risk Management: Collaborate with company leadership to craft and refine 5-year business plans, pinpointing potential risks associated with investments and developing strategies to mitigate them.
Specific Tasks:
* M&A Support: Assist with the internal due diligence process for mergers & acquisitions (M&A), creating financial models and analyzing potential growth scenarios.
* Feasibility Studies and Alignment: Develop and maintain models for feasibility studies, collaborating with department heads to ensure operating assumptions are consistent.
* Strategic Planning and Support: Contribute to the 5-year business planning process, aid in preparing presentations for investment committees and boards.
* Market Research and Growth Strategy: Assist in conducting market research studies and developing plans for business expansion.
* Insights and Recommendations: Leverage financial analysis and market research to provide strategic insights and recommendations to senior management, including identifying growth opportunities, optimizing capital allocation, and supporting strategic decisions.
* Market Data Integration: Provide input on key macroeconomic data like market benchmarks and demographics, which are used for feasibility studies, business plans, and other analyses.
* M&A Transaction Support: Collaborate with external teams performing financial, commercial, and legal due diligence for M&A transactions.
Job Offer
A comprehensive compensation and benefits package to attract and retain top talent, along with clear pathways for career growth within the company.
* Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or engineering.
* MBA in Finance or CFA certification preferred
* Minimum 3+ years of experience.
* Experience in the education sector is a plus
* Experience in transaction advisory or deals is preferred.
* Advanced Excel skills with proven financial modeling experience.
* Excellent analytical capabilities and experience creating compelling MS Office presentations
* Ability to effectively liaise with business functions to gather input required for analysis
* Ability to be detail-oriented while maintaining a big-picture perspective
* Deadline-oriented and take ownership of work
* Excellent interpersonal skills.