M&A - Corporate Development Analyst

Australian Finance Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Australian Finance Group (AFG) is seeking an M&A / Corporate Development Analyst to join the Broker Investments team in Sydney. You’ll identify, evaluate, and execute partnership opportunities and manage direct investments in broking groups.

You’ll build financial models, run valuations, and support due diligence, portfolio reviews, and integration of acquired businesses. The role combines strategic growth with rigorous financial analysis.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Commerce, Business, Economics, Mathematics or Engineering; CA preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication with experience engaging Executives and Boards.
• Commercial experience and a collaborative approach; ability to think creatively and work independently.
• Experience in corporate finance, M&A or financial advisory; demonstrated financial and valuation modelling skills.

Responsibilities

• Support growth and strategic direction of AFG's Broker Investments team; provide insights to portfolio companies and ensure targets are met.
• Evaluate acquisitions, partnerships and joint ventures; build financial models and run valuations to inform decisions.
• Coordinate cross-functional due diligence, manage virtual data rooms, and interview businesses to understand objectives and strategies.

Skills

Financial modelling

M&A experience

Executive communication

Independent working

Education

Commerce/Business/Economics/Mathematics/Engineering degree

Job description

Are you passionate about driving strategic growth and value creation? Join AFG's Broker Investments team as an M&A / Corporate Development Analyst. You'll play a pivotal role in identifying, evaluating, and executing partnership opportunities that help grow our business through direct investments in broking groups.

This is a unique opportunity to assist in executing our investment strategy, manage a dynamic portfolio, and ensure acquired businesses integrate seamlessly into the group.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will be instrumental in supporting the growth and strategic direction of AFG's Broker Investments team. You'll provide strategic guidance to portfolio companies, helping them achieve growth and operational improvements. Regularly reviewing the performance of investee businesses, you'll ensure they meet both financial and strategic targets, while partnering with stakeholders across the business to deliver meaningful insights.

You'll also play a key part in evaluating acquisitions, partnerships, and joint ventures that align with our investment strategy. This involves building financial models, running valuations, and testing different scenarios to inform decision-making. Managing the cross-functional due diligence process is another important aspect, which includes coordinating virtual data rooms and interviewing businesses to understand their financial objectives and future strategies.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking someone with a relevant tertiary qualification in Commerce, Business, Economics, Mathematics, or Engineering, and a CA is preferred. You should have strong verbal and written communication skills, with experience engaging with Executives and Boards. Commercial experience and a collaborative approach are essential, as is the ability to think creatively and work independently.

The ideal candidate will be highly driven, self-motivated, and passionate about being part of a team and helping others grow. Experience in corporate finance, M&A, or financial advisory is highly desired, along with demonstrated financial and valuation modelling skills. We value a curious mindset and the confidence to ask questions and challenge the status quo, as these attributes are key to success in this role.

About AFG

Australian Finance Group (ASX:AFG) is one of Australia's largest mortgage broking groups, founded back in 1994 and now employing 300+staff across Australia.

Through our broker network, AFG processes around 1 in 10 of all Australian residential mortgages and manages over $214 billion in residential and commercial finance.

In addition to our broker network, AFG has a rapidly growing home loan business, and an expanding footprint in the provision of business lending solutions.

At AFG our purpose is to create a fairer financial future for all. Our business prides itself on its innovative, entrepreneurial, and collaborative culture, which is underpinned by our values of integrity, accountability, customer-centric and team player (IACT).

AFG is committed to our culture. We provide an inclusive workplace where all are welcomed and recognised for their unique ability, regardless of gender, race, religion, disability, orientation or other identity attribute.