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Job Title : Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Specialist
Location : Houston, TX (LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY!)
Duration: 6-12 months with possible extension
JD:
An M&A (Mergers & Acquisitions) specialist facilitates the process of combining or acquiring companies, from initial research to final integration. They conduct financial analysis, due diligence, and negotiations, ensuring deals align with strategic goals and create shareholder value.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Planning & Target Identification: - M&A specialists analyze market trends, identify potential acquisition targets, and develop M&A strategies.
Due Diligence: - They conduct in-depth financial, legal, and operational assessments of target companies.
Post-Merger Integration: - They play a role in integrating the acquired company's operations, systems, and culture with the acquiring company.
Relationship Management: - M&A specialists build and maintain relationships with stakeholders, including investment bankers, legal teams, and target company management.
Reporting & Communication: - They prepare reports and presentations for senior management and stakeholders.
Skills & Qualifications:
Strong analytical and financial skills: Essential for financial modeling, valuation, and due diligence.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills: Needed for interacting with various stakeholders and negotiating deal terms.
Project management skills: To manage the complex process of mergers and acquisitions.
Strategic thinking: To align M&A activities with overall corporate strategy.
Knowledge of corporate finance and legal aspects of M&A: Necessary for structuring and executing deals.
Experience in investment banking, private equity, or corporate M&A: Preferred for many M&A specialist roles.
PMP certification is a must