Management Consultant - Mergers & Acquisitions Advisory

Placements24; Midrand; Híbrido; ZAR 900.000 - 1.500.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary + bonus

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Retirement plan

Career development

Hybrid work

Paid time off

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in South Africa seeks an experienced Management Consultant to join its M&A Advisory team in a hybrid role focused on Midrand, Gauteng. You will support the full deal lifecycle from due diligence and valuation to integration and synergy realization.

You will produce financial models, advise on deal structuring, and work with clients, legal advisors, and other stakeholders to drive successful outcomes.

Formación

• 5+ years in investment banking, corporate finance, or M&A advisory.
• Experience in due diligence, modeling, valuation and deal structuring.
• Strong understanding of financial statements and corporate finance concepts.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Experience managing complex projects in a hybrid work environment.
• MBA, CFA or similar designation is preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct financial, operational, and commercial due diligence for acquisitions/divestitures.
• Assist in valuation and structuring of M&A deals.
• Develop post-merger integration plans focusing on synergies.
• Analyze market dynamics and competitive landscapes to support strategy decisions.
• Prepare financial models, valuation reports, and investment memorandums.
• Work closely with clients, legal advisors, and stakeholders.
• Identify risks and opportunities in M&A transactions.
• Manage project teams in a hybrid setting, ensuring timely delivery.

Conocimientos

Financial modeling

Due diligence

Valuation

Deal structuring

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Negotiation

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics

MBA

CFA

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a distinguished management consultancy, is seeking an experienced Management Consultant to join their Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Advisory team. This hybrid role, with a focus on clients in and around Midrand, Gauteng, ZA , will involve supporting businesses through the complex M&A lifecycle, from due diligence and valuation to integration and synergy realization. You will provide critical insights and strategic recommendations to optimize deal outcomes. The hybrid model offers a balanced approach, combining focused remote work with essential in-person collaboration and client engagements. This is a high-impact role for professionals with strong financial acumen, analytical capabilities, and a strategic mindset, eager to contribute to significant corporate transactions. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping strategic growth and value creation for our clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct financial, operational, and commercial due diligence for potential acquisitions and divestitures.
• Assist in the valuation of target companies and the structuring of M&A deals.
• Develop post-merger integration plans, focusing on operational synergy realization and change management.
• Analyze market dynamics and competitive landscapes to support strategic decision-making.
• Prepare financial models, valuation reports, and investment memorandums.
• Work closely with clients, legal advisors, and other stakeholders throughout the M&A process.
• Identify key risks and opportunities associated with M&A transactions.
• Manage project teams and ensure the timely delivery of high-quality advisory services in a hybrid setting.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in investment banking, corporate finance, transaction services, or management consulting with an M&A focus.
• Proven experience in due diligence, financial modeling, valuation, and deal structuring.
• Strong understanding of financial statements, accounting principles, and corporate finance concepts.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage complex projects and stakeholders effectively in a hybrid work environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• MBA, CFA, or similar designation is highly preferred.
• Experience working with businesses in the Midrand, Gauteng, ZA region and surrounding areas is a plus.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with significant bonus potential based on individual and firm performance.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Robust retirement planning benefits and life insurance.
• Exceptional opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Exposure to high-stakes M&A transactions across various industries.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangements.
• Generous paid time off and holiday allowances.