Business Report/IM Writer

Benchmark International; Oxford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Benchmark International is seeking a motivated individual to join their Transaction Team as a research analyst in the mergers and acquisitions sector. This role offers comprehensive training and the chance to engage with clients while developing critical reports and understanding financial markets. Ideal for graduates or those transitioning into the M&A field, it involves thorough research and effective communication.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or career changer looking into M&A.
• Ability to write concise reports and communicate effectively.
• Skills in desk research desired.

Responsibilities

• Research companies for sale and prepare detailed reports.
• Communicate findings to clients and internal teams.
• Work with financial information and external sources.

Skills

Interest in M&A market

Communication skills

Concise writing ability

Research abilities

Microsoft Office (PowerPoint)

Education

Graduate degree

Job description

Benchmark International is one of the world’s leading dedicated sell-side mergers and acquisitions (M&A) specialists. Benchmark International specialises in sales mandates ranging from small owner-managed businesses to mid-market corporations. We are sector-agnostic and work across numerous industry sectors.

An opportunity is available to join our Transaction Team, where you will be responsible for researching the companies that we are mandated to sell, developing a clear understanding of each business, and its marketable attributes. Using this knowledge, you will then be producing concise business reports (Information Memorandums) to present your findings; doing so in a format that will appropriately inform and engage prospective purchasers.

The role presents an opportunity to enter the exciting and rewarding world of M&A and will give exposure to clients and the deal process.

Duties will include:

• Working as part of a multi-disciplined Transaction Team to understand businesses for sale and their attributes.
• Researching these businesses via direct communication with clients (the vendors) to gain a full understanding of the company that is for sale.
• Investigating any follow-up queries regarding the company raised internally by the Transaction Team.
• Interpreting financial information with support from your team, to ensure we are presenting this information accurately.
• Utilising external sources, including market intelligence, to inform your understanding of each business and its market.
• Preparing reports that describe clearly what the company does and the reasons why it would be attractive to a buyer.
• Communicating the content of the report to clients and to colleagues internally, to inform our buyer identification process, and subsequent dialogue.
• Understanding and commenting on financial and market information.
• Other relevant ad-hoc duties as determined by the Transaction Leader.

Required skills/attributes:

The role would be suitable for a graduate or those looking for a career change into M&A. Training will be provided. The following existing skills would be beneficial:

• An interest in the M&A market.
• Ability to write in a concise and compelling manner within a predetermined structure.
• Good communication skills suitable for presenting to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Competency using Microsoft Office products, particularly PowerPoint.
• Desk research abilities.

Training:

Initial and ongoing training will be provided for:

• The area of the M&A market in which Benchmark International operates.
• The structure and style of the reports required.
• Specific research tools and methodologies.
• Relevant aspects of business and finance.

Please note: due to the nature of the role remote or hybrid working is not practical.