Global M&A and Strategy Consultancy

Scope and Responsibilities:

• Identify and filter M&A targets in line with business strategy
• Lead the market scans for any M&A targets
• Be a key member of due diligence and the transaction phases
• Support the CS&MO to prepare materials to update the management team on the company's progress versus its mission, goals, and key initiatives
• Keep track of long-range trends and cycles of the business and industry
• Advise the executive team on key strategic decisions for the company in the short and long-term
• Support the implementation of the growth strategies, working closely with BUs and PMCs on specific high-level initiatives, as well as being a thought partner to both BUs and PMCs for the on-going initiatives defined in the BSD
• Be owner of the overall "strategy on a page" materials for the business overall as well as for the PMC-specific outcomes

2019 Objectives:

• Lead the scan and filtering of M&A opportunities for the business
• Identify Deal Thesis, and opportunities with the target companies
• Lead the DD efforts, together with the resources from other functions assigned as needed
• Lead the M&A group updates

Experience:

• Professional work experience of 3-4 years in Investment Banking or Corporate M&A, preferred in pharmaceutical, chemical or health care industry
• Experience in strategy, business development or M&A in a global organization
• Strong knowledge and understanding of businesses and markets
• Due diligence work experience

Personal Attributes:

• Positive Attitude
• Passionate about work
• Strong analytical skills
• Hands on spirit and detail oriented
• Logical thinking and strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong influencing and people skills
• High determination and drive for results
• High achievement motivation

Education:

• University graduate in business, management or equivalent
• A master's degree in business is highly desirable.

Languages:

• Business language: English
• Dutch: Highly desirable