M&A Specialist

With over 70 years of experience in the medtech sector, Palex group has established itself as a leader in providing innovative solutions. As we continue to grow, we are currently seeking a dedicated M&A Specialist to join our team.

About the Role :

We are looking for a dynamic and motivated M&A specialist with 2 to 4 years of relevant experience to join our Corporate M&A team. This role will focus on identifying strategic acquisition opportunities, conducting detailed business analyses, and, if necessary, managing the execution of M&A projects from inception to close. This person will be very much focused on the scouting part of the process but will also have exposure to execution. The successful candidate will work closely with senior leaders and have the opportunity to engage with C-level executives, contributing directly to the strategic growth of the organization.

Key Responsibilities :

• Scouting and Opportunity Identification :
• Conduct market research to identify potential acquisition targets that align with the company’s strategic objectives.
• Develop and maintain a pipeline of M&A opportunities, leveraging industry contacts, financial databases, and market insights. This person will be the owner of our pipeline database and will ensure that every target and interaction is properly tracked.
• Build relationships with potential target companies, investment bankers, and industry experts to stay informed of potential opportunities.
• Assess opportunities in detail, conduct preliminary due diligence and prepare detailed preliminary reports for the M&A committee.
• Legal documentation : Knowledge of NDAs, LOIs / NBOs to be able to prepare or review such documents together with our legal department.
• Deal Execution :
• Support the end-to-end M&A deal process, including initial target assessment, financial modelling, valuation analysis, and due diligence.
• Prepare and present investment memos, strategic rationale, and financial analyses to senior leadership and the M&A committee.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, including finance, legal, and operations, to facilitate efficient due diligence and integration planning.
• Stakeholder Engagement :
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including commercial and business development during the scouting process and corporate finance, tax, legal, and subsidiaries teams during the execution process. The aim is to ensure alignment and effective execution of M&A transactions.
• Project Management :
• Manage multiple M&A projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met and project deliverables are of high quality.
• Assist in post-transaction activities to ensure a smooth hand-over to the M&A integration team.

Qualifications and Experience :

• 2 to 4 years of experience in M&A, investment banking, management consulting or corporate development roles.
• Strong analytical skills, with a keen understanding of not only valuation and other financial methodologies but also with skills to properly assess business and its future fit within the group.
• Experience managing or participating in all phases of M&A transactions, from scouting and evaluation to execution.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft clear, compelling presentations for senior leadership.
• Strong organizational and project management abilities, with attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• High level of emotional intelligence and the ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels.

Travel Requirements :

• Availability to travel occasionally within Europe, depending on project needs.

Palex benefits / What we offer :

• A role that offers both challenges and growth in a fast paced and dynamic environment.
• The chance to be part of a team that values innovation and drives meaningful impact. You will be an integral part of a team that will be key for Palex in the coming years.
• A solid professional project with ample growth opportunities, flexible working hours, continuous training, and other social benefits : Flexible remuneration (transport ticket, restaurant ticket, kindergarten ticket amongst others), paid life and health insurance.

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