Mergers & Acquisitions Executive - EY Parthenon, Dubai (National)

At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go.​ Join EY and help to build a better working world. The Opportunity We are looking for an experienced M&A Strategy & Transactions professional to join our high performing team. As an M&A executive, you will work with the Senior Managers and Partners to assist clients in assessing the strategic fit of a business by analyzing all aspects of a transaction, assessing the projected synergies, project managing the deal cycle, assisting in negotiations, and conducting financial modelling. Key Responsibilities We are interested in highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident leader equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization. You will support in the execution of transactions across the client portfolio, preparing client reports and key documentation for fund-raising, acquisitions and disposals. You will also be responsible for meeting the transaction timetable, ensuring quality on client deliverables, as well as engaging with counterparties and other advisers to ensure transaction milestones are met, understanding the key business drivers as well as identifying, and managing key issues and risks through insights, factual conclusions and advice and collaborate with junior colleagues, share knowledge, and take an active role in the growth and development of the team. Skills & Attributes for Success Experience of corporate finance in an investment bank, professional services firm or boutique with a track record of working on both the buy-side and sell-side. as well as finance raising. the role would require strong numerical, financial and modelling skills based on a well-developed understanding of financial statements. You will have sound judgement and an ability to generate creative solutions to problems. Qualifications & Experience Bachelor’s degree ideally in a finance or related specialization from a reputable University At least 2-4 years' experience in a M&A environment, including experience playing a key role in executing transactions Strong communication and presentation skills Proven ability to produce high quality and impactful professional documents for clients and internal use What we look for Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident leader equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization. What we offer you At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more. Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today. To help create an equitable and inclusive experience during the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible about any disability-related adjustments or accommodations you may need . EY | Building a better working world EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets. Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow. EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.

Bachelor’s degree ideally in a finance or related specialization from a reputable University. At least 2-4 years' experience in a M&A environment, including experience in corporate finance in an investment bank, professional services firm or boutique with a track record of working on both the buy-side and sell-side. Strong numerical, financial and modelling skills based on a well-developed understanding of financial statements. Ability to generate creative solutions to problems. Experience in preparing client reports and key documentation for fund-raising, acquisitions and disposals. Ability to manage transaction timelines and engage with counterparties and advisers.

Assist clients in assessing strategic fit of a business by analyzing all aspects of a transaction, assess projected synergies, project manage the deal cycle, assist in negotiations, and conduct financial modelling. Support in the execution of transactions across the client portfolio, preparing client reports and key documentation for fund-raising, acquisitions and disposals. Meet transaction timetable, ensure quality on client deliverables, engage with counterparties and other advisers to ensure transaction milestones are met, identify and manage key issues and risks, collaborate with junior colleagues, share knowledge, and contribute to the growth and development of the team.