Corporate Development Senior Manager

Nord Anglia Education Group; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Corporate Development Senior Manager to drive its growth strategy. This pivotal role involves supporting acquisition projects, developing market knowledge, and managing the acquisition pipeline. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and financial modelling skills, with experience in a deal environment such as Corporate M&A or Private Equity. Join a dynamic team committed to educational excellence and innovation, where your contributions will have a meaningful impact on the future of international education.

Qualifications

• Strong academic background with a degree from a leading University.
• Experience in Corporate M&A or Private Equity preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the team in identifying potential acquisition opportunities.
• Prepare complex financial models and investment cases for approval.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Financial Modelling

Valuation Skills

PowerPoint Skills

Market Analysis

Education

Degree from a leading University

MBA or Master’s in Finance

CFA or CPA

Job description

School: Group Central Support United Kingdom Office

Corporate Development Senior Manager

Location: London Victoria (hybrid model, minimum 3 days in office).

Nord Anglia Education is looking to recruit a Corporate Development Senior Manager to join Nord Anglia Education, in the Corporate Development team for maternity cover support.

We are looking for someone to support NAE's growth strategy by providing full transaction support to the 3 major types of corporate development projects (Acquisition transactions, new build projects and Existing campus expansions), with a focus on acquisition projects

The role:

We seek an individual to join as a Corporate Development Senior Manager where your focus will be to:

• Develop a sound working knowledge of the international schools market and of market participants, to allow market prioritisation. Drive and manage internal and external geographical markets and education sub-sectors analysis
• Support the team in identifying potential acquisition and new build opportunities in line with the Corporate Development strategy
• Develop and manage the acquisition pipeline through market visits and other initiatives
• Participate in the entire transaction process from sourcing/origination to transaction documentation and completion together with the Head of Transaction Delivery and Integration and the Heads of Corporate Development in regions
• Take leading role in key aspects of transaction processes such as evaluation of opportunity, LOI, due diligence, and/or documentation
• Prepare and evaluate complex financial models (analysis, forecast and valuation), including impact of acquisitions to Nord Anglia Education from financial and operational perspectives
• Prepare investment cases to Nord Anglia Education's Executive Committees and Board for investment approvals
• Support the production of the integration and issues mitigation plans during acquisition, in close cooperation with the Heads of Corporate Development in regions, the Head of Transaction Delivery and Integration and with Regional teams and Central functions
• Represent Corporate Development and Nord Anglia Education to liaise directly with sellers, investors, advisors, sponsors, and partners

The Successful Candidate will possess:

• Strong academic background with a degree from a leading University
• MBA or a Master’s in finance, CFA, CPA or equivalent a plus
• Experience of various markets and cultures
• Experience working in a deal environment, preferably in (by order of preference) Corporate M&A, Private Equity, transaction team of a Big 4 accounting firm, Investment bank, management consultant with transaction experience from a top consulting firm
• Outstanding analytical, financial modelling and valuation skills, strong PowerPoint skills
• Highly numerate with a sound understanding of what lays behind numbers and drive revenues and profitability

Nord Anglia Education is the world’s leading international schools organisation. Our 80+ international schools are located in the Americas, Europe, China, Southeast Asia and the Middle East. Together, they educate more than 80,000 students from kindergarten through to the end of secondary education. We are driven by one unifying philosophy: we are ambitious for our students, our people and our family of schools.

Our exclusive collaborations with prestigious institutions such as UNICEF, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), IMG Academy and the world-leading performing arts school Juilliard mean we’re at the forefront of educational thinking, while creating life-changing experiences for students.

By joining Nord Anglia Education you will become part of a committed and innovative team. As a member of the world’s leading premium schools group you will be joining an active network of like-minded people across the world.

To Apply

On-line applications need to be directly through the Nord Anglia Education careers page and should include a CV.

At Nord Anglia Education, we are an equal opportunities employer dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. In our schools and offices around the world, we treat all colleagues fairly based on their skills and qualifications, without discrimination.

We value individuals from all backgrounds, including those with different abilities and neurodivergent conditions, as well as those who identify with various protected characteristics.

Nord Anglia Education is committed to ensuring the highest possible safeguarding standards in our schools and we expect every employee to share this commitment.