M&A Economist

Our Client operates in the Oil and Energy industry, with its headquarters rooted strongly in Saudi Arabia. It has its branches spread to more than 50 countries, providing employment to more than 68,500 people all over the world. They fall under the Fortune 500 Companies. They are one of the world’s largest oil producers. They are constantly growing by creating new technologies through its Research and Development efforts and branch into new business lines through Investments and Acquisitions.

Responsibilities:

You will be required to perform the following within tight deadlines:

• Provides expert and objective advice to senior management to support decision-making in respect of M&A valuations on specific transactions. 
• Supports the development and execution of M&A transactions by providing comprehensive financial analysis activities including building and utilizing complex financial models, including risk and uncertainty analysis.
• Develops, coaches and mentors team members in areas of expertise.
• Contributes to the continuous improvement of relevant processes and methodologies to become a center of excellence of valuation for the Company
• Provides ad hoc financial analysis activities including on transfer pricing, impairment reviews, Shareek incentives, and group policy reviews.
• Manages Financial Advisors for valuation activities on transactions.  
• Develops relationships in banks to bring external perspectives on the M&A landscape to the Company
• Supports the FIM-led mandating of Financial Advisors including the development of RFPs, selection criteria, and evaluation of proposals.

Requirements:

• Education Level: Bachelors
• Education Degree: Bachelor of Science
• Education Discipline: Business and Management e.g. Finance, Accounting, Business, Engineering 
• Minimum Years of Experience: 10 years including 5 years special experience in M&A Transactions