Senior Investment Analyst

Leveraging research and analytical skills, support the Investment Manager in developing a 5-year business plan, conducting market research, and preparing investment proposals.

Client Details

Our client operates in the education sector, providing a range of programs for learners of all ages. With multiple branches across Abu Dhabi, they offer high-quality education with diverse learning styles and facilities.

Description

Main Responsibilities:

1. Investment Scouting and Due Diligence: Uncover and evaluate promising investment opportunities, conducting meticulous background checks (due diligence) to ensure their viability.
2. Business Planning and Risk Management: Collaborate with company leadership to craft and refine 5-year business plans, pinpointing potential risks associated with investments and developing strategies to mitigate them.

Specific Tasks:

1. M&A Support: Assist with the internal due diligence process for mergers & acquisitions (M&A), creating financial models and analyzing potential growth scenarios.
2. Feasibility Studies and Alignment: Develop and maintain models for feasibility studies, collaborating with department heads to ensure operating assumptions are consistent.
3. Strategic Planning and Support: Contribute to the 5-year business planning process, aid in preparing presentations for investment committees and boards.
4. Market Research and Growth Strategy: Assist in conducting market research studies and developing plans for business expansion.
5. Insights and Recommendations: Leverage financial analysis and market research to provide strategic insights and recommendations to senior management, including identifying growth opportunities, optimizing capital allocation, and supporting strategic decisions.
6. Market Data Integration: Provide input on key macroeconomic data like market benchmarks and demographics, which are used for feasibility studies, business plans, and other analyses.
7. M&A Transaction Support: Collaborate with external teams performing financial, commercial, and legal due diligence for M&A transactions.

Profile

1. Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or engineering.
2. MBA in Finance or CFA certification preferred.
3. Minimum 3+ years of experience.
4. Experience in the education sector is a plus.
5. Experience in transaction advisory or deals is preferred.
6. Advanced Excel skills with proven financial modeling experience.
7. Excellent analytical capabilities and experience creating compelling MS Office presentations.
8. Ability to effectively liaise with business functions to gather input required for analysis.
9. Ability to be detail-oriented while maintaining a big-picture perspective.
10. Deadline-oriented and take ownership of work.
11. Excellent interpersonal skills.

Job Offer

A comprehensive compensation and benefits package to attract and retain top talent, along with clear pathways for career growth within the company.

Skills

financial modeling, investment analysis