Are you a passionate financial analyst with a strategic mindset? Do you want to be at the heart of a company's growth, turning data into decisions and ideas into tangible projects?
We are seeking a highly motivated Corporate Business Development Analyst to join our dynamic team. This unique hybrid role combines three key pillars: Corporate Finance, Business Development, and Project Management. You will be a key player in driving our company's expansion by identifying new opportunities, supporting strategic financial decisions, and ensuring flawless execution of key initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Corporate Finance
- Develop, maintain, and refine complex financial models to support critical business decisions, including valuations, mergers & acquisitions (M&A), capital budgeting, and long-range strategic forecasting.
- Conduct thorough analysis of financial performance, including variance analysis, trend identification, and industry benchmarking, to provide actionable insights into the company's financial health.
- Assist in the preparation of high-impact materials for the Board of Directors, investors, and senior management, translating complex financial data into clear presentations and executive summaries.
- Perform rigorous financial due diligence on potential investment or acquisition targets to assess risks, validate assumptions, and support strategic investment decisions.
Business Development
- Proactively identify, source, and evaluate new market opportunities, potential partnerships, and strategic alliances that align with the company's growth objectives.
- Conduct comprehensive market research and competitive analysis to identify key industry trends and inform business strategy.
- Prepare compelling business cases and detailed proposals for new ventures, complete with market sizing, robust financial projections, and thorough risk assessments.
- Support the entire deal lifecycle, from initial screening and financial modeling to participating in negotiations and planning for successful post-deal integration.
Project Management & Execution (PMO)
- Develop and manage detailed project plans, establishing clear timelines, key milestones, and resource allocation for strategic initiatives.
- Track project progress against key performance indicators, identify potential risks, and proactively develop effective mitigation strategies to keep initiatives on track.
- Act as a central point of coordination for cross-functional teams (Legal, IT, Operations, etc.) to ensure seamless alignment and timely execution of all project deliverables.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor's degree from a highly reputable university in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Experience: 2-4 years of relevant experience in corporate finance, investment banking, consulting, or public accounting (preferably from a Big Four firm). PMO experience is highly desirable.
- Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in MS Excel (financial modeling) & PowerPoint. Strong understanding of financial statement analysis.
- Analytical Skills: Exceptional quantitative and qualitative analytical skills with keen attention to detail.
- Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.