Assistant Manager/Manager, Mining and Metals Valuations, Strategy, Risk & Transactions

CFA Institute; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

Deloitte in London is seeking mining and metals valuation professionals to join our Natural Resources and Industrials team. You will work on valuations of mineral assets and technical reviews of minerals projects, growing the team and contributing to business development.

You will focus on mining and metals while gaining exposure to the broader natural resources sector. The role is based in London with hybrid working arrangements and opportunities across a global client base.

Qualifications

• Proven years' experience in mining/mineral valuations or related financial advisory services.
• Experience in producing robust valuation analyses and presenting to clients.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead mining and metals valuations engagements for diverse client base.
• Deliver timely, accurate valuation analyses and technical reviews of minerals projects.
• Collaborate with senior staff to manage multiple engagements within budget and schedule.
• Coach and develop junior staff and contribute to business development.
• Ensure client acceptance and engagement risk mitigation procedures are followed.

Skills

Valuation

Financial analysis

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project management

Client focus

Team coaching

Business development

Travel willingness

Education

MSc/MBA or equivalent

ACA/CFA or similar (desirable)

Tools

Financial modelling

Job description

Job description

Connect to your Industry

The Valuations team within Deloitte Corporate Finance Advisory provides advice on all aspects of valuing businesses and assets. This can range from valuing companies, divisions of companies, intellectual property ( e.g. brands) and other income generating assets in the UK and abroad. The team has a client base of prestigious and high-profile natural resources clients.

Projects arise wherever there is a question of value, but can broadly be grouped as follows:

• M&A and investment analysis
• Tax, financial and regulatory reporting, including fund valuations
• Litigation, expert determination and disputes
• Intellectual property and intangible assets
• Reorganisations, turnarounds and recapitalisations
• We are part of a growing team of more than 90 valuations professionals including ACAs, MBAs, CFAs and economists from varied and diverse backgrounds.

We are proud to offer flexible working arrangements which allows our team to choose the most suitable working arrangement that works for them. If you would like to hear more about our flexible working arrangements, please let us know or refer to Agile Working | Deloitte UK .

Connect to your career at Deloitte

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What brings us all together at Deloitte? It's how we approach the thousands of decisions we make every day. How we behave, our beliefs and our attitudes. In other words: our values. Whatever we do, wherever we are in the world, we

lead the way, serve with integrity, take care of each other, foster inclusion, and collaborate for measurable impact.

Connect to your opportunity

You will be part of the Natural Resources and industrials valuation team with a focus on mining and metals but exposure to the full natural resources sector. Your work will comprise valuations of mineral assets and technical reviews of minerals projects. As a mining and metals focused valuations team member, you will play an integral part in growing and developing the team, business development activities and in valuing our clients' businesses and assets in the mining and metals industry.

The industries of the broader natural resources and industrials team include: oil & gas, renewables, metals & mining, chemicals, vessels and defence. The natural resources and industrials valuation team performs engagements across all these sub-industries and sits within the wider valuation team covering a multitude of other industries and types of valuations.

We are currently looking for mining and metals Assistant Managers, Manager and/or Senior Managers in our London office whose responsibilities will include:

• Working with the partners and other senior staff to develop our natural resources and mining & metals valuation practice
• Managing and assisting in delivering multiple advisory valuation engagements to time and to budget for a wide range of mining and metals clients
• Performing reasoned and clearly presented financial, technical and market analysis including experience of reviewing/constructing valuation models to assess value
• Assisting in technical reviews of mining and metal projects, technical due diligence processes, reviews of minerals projects valuations and associated engagements
• Creating and developing quantitative models to assess value and financial performance
• Self-challenging the analysis performed and clearly articulating the rationale for the valuation conclusions reached
• Understanding, performing and taking responsibility for the client acceptance and engagement risk mitigation processes
• Participating in discussions with client senior and executive management
• Gaining a deep understanding of valuation theory and applying this in practice, as supported by relevant qualifications
• Liaising with clients as and when appropriate
• Coaching and developing staff from both a technical and personal development perspective
• Actively pursuing self-learning, on the job training and knowledge from other team members
• Contributing to broader group initiatives
• Building internal networks and developing external networks
• Working effectively in diverse teams within an inclusive team culture where people are recognised for their contribution

Connect to your skills and professional experience

Essential:

• Proven years' experience (Assistant Managers) working either (i) a technical role in a mining/ mineral exploration company or (ii) technical role in a mining advisory business or (iii) financial advisory in the mining sector (including private equity, investment banking or financial advisory/services). Greater experience will be required for the more senior roles
• Exceptional analytical, oral and written communication skills with a robust attention for detail
• Knowledge of basic financial and accounting concepts with the ability to analyse and value mineral assets and mining and metals businesses
• Knowledge of the fundamental technical aspects of mining operations, including ability to read and interpret mineral resource statements, mine plans, mineral processing flowsheets and financial models
• Enthusiasm for, and ideally previous exposure to valuations in the mining and metals sector
• Ability to take complex analysis and to present and communicate it in a concise and clear manner
• Show initiative to learn, ask questions and accomplish delegated tasks accurately
• Client focus, with ability to work quickly and establish effective working relationships
• Logical and methodical approach to problem solving
• Project management and organisational skills
• The self-confidence/enthusiasm to be involved in business development activities
• Willingness to travel, as preferred

Desirable:

• An MSc, MBA or equivalent in a relevant subject (e.g. finance, geology, mining or mineral process engineering);
• Pursuing or recently completed a professional accreditation (e.g. an ACA, MBA, CFA or similar)
• Exposure to or expertise in the ESG aspects of minerals projects
• Other technical qualifications (geology. mining engineering, process engineering, reservoir engineering)
• Business proficiency in foreign languages (French, Spanish, Portuguese) also advantageous but not critical.

Connect to your business - Strategy, Risk & Transactions Advisory

In an ever-evolving world, there are no certainties in business. Our teams help clients to navigate risks, process major transactions and deliver transformational change that will future-proof their business. Join us to make a positive difference.

Valuation and Modelling

Our clients rely on our valuation insight and modelling analysis to make critical decisions. We are their trusted advisors on the financials - from enhancing planning and forecasting to run the business, to translating strategic options into value impact to shape the business - we help our clients identify, quantify, and realise long-term value.

Personal independence

Regulation and controls are standard practice in our industry and Deloitte is no exception. These controls provide important legal protection for both you and the firm. We are subject to a number of audit regulations, one of which requires that certain colleagues abide by specific personal independence constraints (e.g., in relation to any financial interests and employment relationships). This can mean that you and your \"Immediate Family Members\" are not permitted to hold certain financial interests (shares, funds, bonds etc.) with audit clients of the firm, and also prohibitions on certain employment relationships (e.g., you are not permitted to hold a secondary employment role with SEC audit clients of the firm whilst being employed by the firm). The recruitment team will provide further detail as you progress through the recruitment process or you can contact the Independence team upon request.

Connect with your colleagues

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Our hybrid working policy

You'll be based in London with hybrid working.

At Deloitte we understand the importance of balancing your career alongside your home life. That's why we'll support you to work flexibly through our hybrid working policy. Depending on the requirements of your role, you'll have the opportunity to work in your local office, virtual collaboration spaces, client sites and remotely. You'll get the chance to meet face to face when needed, while you collaborate and learn from colleagues, share your experiences, and build the relationships that will fuel your career and prioritise your wellbeing. Please check with your recruiter for the specific working requirements that may apply for your role.

Our commitment to you

Making an impact is more than just what we do: it's why we're here. So we work hard to create an environment where you can experience a purpose you believe in, the freedom to be you, and the capacity to go further than ever before.

We want you. The true you. Your own strengths, perspective and personality. So we're nurturing a culture where everyone belongs, feels supported and heard, and is empowered to make a valuable, personal contribution. You can be sure we'll take your wellbeing seriously, too. Because it's only when you're comfortable and at your best that you can make the kind of impact you, and we, live for.

Your expertise is our capability, so we'll make sure it never stops growing. Whether it's from the complex work you do, or the people you collaborate with, you'll learn every day. Through world-class development, you'll gain invaluable technical and personal skills. Whatever your level, you'll learn how to lead.

Connect to your next step

A career at Deloitte is an opportunity to develop in any direction you choose. Join us and you'll experience a purpose you can believe in and an impact you can see. You'll be free to bring your true self to work every day. And you'll never stop growing, whatever your level.

Discover more reasons to connect with us, our people and purpose-driven culture at deloitte.co.uk/careers