M&A Manager

Job Description:

Schneider Electric has a fantastic hybrid opportunity for an early-career professional to join a dynamic and results-orientated team as an M&A Manager, in Boston, MA. The role reports to the: Senior VP, Head of Global M&A.

In this role, you'll lead strategic transactions that fuel our growth and enhance our competitive position. If you thrive on complex deal-making and want to shape organizational direction through high-impact M&A, this role is for you.

As an M&A Manager, you will join the team as a junior member and gain exposure to a wide range of corporate transactions. You will work on multiple deals in parallel, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams across the business, as well as with internal subject matter experts and external advisors.

Responsibilities and Deliverables:
* Analyze industry reports and equity capital market research to derive relevant information
* Business plan modelling and Group financial impact analysis:
* Interpret and present complex financial data to senior members of the team & senior internal leaders (Senior VPs and above, including Executive Committee members)
* Develop financial models to simulate possible scenarios and show validity of investment on any deal
* Lead interactions with key transaction stakeholders and counterparties on financial modelling topics
* Valuation: prepare valuation materials on deals using all relevant methodologies, assessing and predicting financial risks and returns
* Own the financial due diligence workstream on any deal
* Assist other members of the team on other due diligence workstreams & build this expertise over time
* Lead and or assist in the preparation of presentations and other materials for the business teams, the Group acquisition committee or internal meetings with senior internal leaders (Senior VPs and above, including Executive Committee members)
* Working with business and corporate functions to ensure handover to integration team post-closing
Candidate Qualifications:
* 2-3 years' experience in investment banking, strategy consulting, internal audit, and/or M&A/corporate development (top-tier firms preferred)
* Strong Excel, PowerPoint, and Word skills, with excellent presentation capabilities
* Bachelor's degree required; Master's a plus
* Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus
To note: candidates will be tested on financial modeling throughout the recruitment process

Requirements for the Role:

* Interest in Schneider Electric's business, mission, and values
* Strong capacity to foster collaboration & networking, transversal work across the organization
* Strong organizational and project management skills, with a structured approach to working
* Good attention to detail. Ability to deliver on time and anticipate
* Strong analytical mindset, with the ability to quickly absorb information from multiple sources and translate insights into clear, actionable recommendations
* Solid financial acumen, including the ability to review and interpret financial statements (P&L, cash flow, and balance sheet)
* International and multicultural mindset, with an eagerness to operate in a global / multi-cultural environment
* Resourceful and self-starter attitude, interest to roll-up one sleeves and get things done
* Collaborative team player who builds trust, fosters transparency, and contributes positively to a high-performing team environment
* Excellent presentation skills on Excel and Powerpoint
* Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and concisely

Bring your M&A expertise to a team that's ready to achieve great things together!
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Schneider Electric has a fantastic hybrid opportunity for an early-career professional to join a dynamic and results-orientated team as an M&A Manager, in Boston, MA. The role reports to the: Senior VP, Head of Global M&A.

In this role, you'll lead strategic transactions that fuel our growth and enhance our competitive position. If you thrive on complex deal-making and want to shape organizational direction through high-impact M&A, this role is for you.

As an M&A Manager, you will join the team as a junior member and gain exposure to a wide range of corporate transactions. You will work on multiple deals in parallel, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams across the business, as well as with internal subject matter experts and external advisors.

Responsibilities and Deliverables:
* Analyze industry reports and equity capital market research to derive relevant information
* Business plan modelling and Group financial impact analysis:
* Interpret and present complex financial data to senior members of the team & senior internal leaders (Senior VPs and above, including Executive Committee members)
* Develop financial models to simulate possible scenarios and show validity of investment on any deal
* Lead interactions with key transaction stakeholders and counterparties on financial modelling topics
* Valuation: prepare valuation materials on deals using all relevant methodologies, assessing and predicting financial risks and returns
* Own the financial due diligence workstream on any deal
* Assist other members of the team on other due diligence workstreams & build this expertise over time
* Lead and or assist in the preparation of presentations and other materials for the business teams, the Group acquisition committee or internal meetings with senior internal leaders (Senior VPs and above, including Executive Committee members)
* Working with business and corporate functions to ensure handover to integration team post-closing

Candidate Requirements:

Candidate Qualifications:
* 2-3 years' experience in investment banking, strategy consulting, internal audit, and/or M&A/corporate development (top-tier firms preferred)
* Strong Excel, PowerPoint, and Word skills, with excellent presentation capabilities
* Bachelor's degree required; Master's a plus
* Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus
To note: candidates will be tested on financial modeling throughout the recruitment process

Requirements for the Role:

* Interest in Schneider Electric's business, mission, and values
* Strong capacity to foster collaboration & networking, transversal work across the organization
* Strong organizational and project management skills, with a structured approach to working
* Good attention to detail. Ability to deliver on time and anticipate
* Strong analytical mindset, with the ability to quickly absorb information from multiple sources and translate insights into clear, actionable recommendations
* Solid financial acumen, including the ability to review and interpret financial statements (P&L, cash flow, and balance sheet)
* International and multicultural mindset, with an eagerness to operate in a global / multi-cultural environment
* Resourceful and self-starter attitude, interest to roll-up one sleeves and get things done
* Collaborative team player who builds trust, fosters transparency, and contributes positively to a high-performing team environment
* Excellent presentation skills on Excel and Powerpoint
* Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and concisely

Bring your M&A expertise to a team that's ready to achieve great things together