Key Responsibilities
The role will encompass the full range of responsibilities to assist with all elements of executing M&A transactions, including:- Supporting the day-to-day management of M&A transactions
- Creating and reviewing financial models
- Preparing valuation analysis for existing and potential acquisition opportunities
- Assisting with building investment cases and preparing investment papers
- Assisting with drafting and reviewing transaction documents
- Assisting with managing due diligence processes
- Partnering with local business units and corporate functions, and working closely with legal, accounting and tax experts
- Managing advisers and liaising with counterparties on transactions
- Preparing ad hoc analysis and reports as required
Requirements
- A strong desire to be part of the M&A team and play a key role in driving the growth strategy of Compass
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university; chartered accountancy, CFA or equivalent qualification an advantage
- 2-3 years of professional experience ideally in a numerate role
- Proficient in using Microsoft Excel, with ideally some financial modeling experience and a strong appetite to develop skills in this area
- Solid understanding of financial statements
- Rigorous analysis and attention to detail
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- The ability to manage multiple projects, a high volume of work, multiple stakeholders and conflicting priorities to deliver to deadlines
- A desire to learn, and a hard-working but fun approach to work