Mergers and Acquisitions Analyst

Hours: 40 hours
Country: Rotterdam, The Netherlands 

THE POSITION

As an M&A Analyst, you will be an integral member of the M&A team, responsible for developing financial models and preparing high quality presentations to support business case assessments and transaction execution. You will work closely with the M&A Directors, Business Development, and commercial teams, collaborating across the organization on a variety of strategic initiatives.

In this role, you will also support the execution of our ambitious M&A pipeline, contributing to both ongoing and future acquisition opportunities. Over time, you will be given the opportunity to independently lead smaller M&A projects.

VAROPreem

VAROPreem is a leading European energy company built on scale, capability, and a proven track record of delivery. Created through the combination of VARO Energy and Preem and headquartered in Zug, Switzerland, we serve business customers across 33 countries.

We operate across the integrated energy value chain — from sourcing and manufacturing to storage, trading, distribution, and marketing. The company owns and operates critical infrastructure essential to Europe’s energy security and is Europe’s third-largest independent refiner and the second-largest renewable fuels producer in Europe, and one of the top 6 globally. VAROPreem’s integrated business includes six manufacturing hubs and access to more than 120 terminals, serving a broad base of mobility and industrial customers across 33 countries. VAROPreem also owns 100% share in elexon, a leading European developer of commercial vehicle charging.

Through our twin-engine strategy combining conventional and sustainable energies — we are driving practical, scalable progress: delivering energy security today while meeting the changing energy needs of tomorrow.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop complex and robust financial models to support M&A and business development activities;

• Perform valuation analyses using various methodologies;

• Conduct market and competitive analyses to support deal origination and project evaluation;

• Develop business/investment cases investment cases including market context, strategic rationale, risk assessment and mitigation strategies, and structuring considerations;

• Create presentations and pitch materials for the Business Development Committee, Executive Board, Supervisory Board, and external stakeholders;

• Support the preparation and delivery of client and internal presentations;

• Assist in coordinating financial, legal, tax, and operational due diligence with internal teams and external advisors;

• Support M&A Directors in the project execution, throughout the full transaction lifecycle - from assessment to closing;

• Gradually take ownership of smaller M&A projects and manage them independently.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE HAS

• 2–5 years of experience in M&A, investment banking, corporate finance, or strategic consulting;

• A Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related discipline;

• Experience at an investment bank, Big Four firm, strategy consultancy, or corporate M&A department;

• A strong command of financial modelling and valuation techniques;

• Excellent PowerPoint skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely to senior stakeholders;

• Fluency in English, both written and verbal (proficiency in Dutch, Swedish or German is considered a plus);

• An affinity with the energy, oil, fuel trading, or derivatives sectors is a significant advantage.

FURTHER COMPETENCIES

• Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate data into sharp insights;

• A true team player as you never close a deal alone, yet able to work independently and in an organized, structured manner;

• Curious and a fast learner, able to quickly understand new business models, markets, and technologies;

• Flexible, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment;

• Result‑oriented with the ability to dive into details while also maintaining a high‑level strategic perspective;

• Strong sense of ownership and proactive management of responsibilities and opportunities;

• Excellent communication skills, capable of explaining complex projects to business‑minded stakeholders and challenging existing perspectives when necessary.

WE OFFER

• A professional and very well connected work environment with a young and international team in a growing company, on the cutting edge of the energy transition;

• Contributing to excellent work delivered by the team, where quality and team spirit are key;

• An attractive workplace in the office in our brand new Rotterdam offices with development opportunities in an international, corporate environment;

• Attractive salary structures, as well as a (partly) employer-financed pension an (electrical) bicycle scheme and more;

• Further benefits such as health management, including for example health consulting. We also cooperate with a specialized external provider, offering services in the realm of personal advice and professional coaching.