Mergers & Acquisitions Analyst/Associate

Hours: Fulltime, 40 hours
Location: Rotterdam, The Netherlands

The Position

As an M&A Analyst/Associate, 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.

• 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.

Your Profile

• 2–5 years of experience in M&A, investment banking, corporate finance, or strategic consulting, preferably gained at an investment bank, Big Four firm, strategy consultancy, or corporate M&A department;

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

• Strong expertise in financial modelling and valuation techniques, combined with excellent analytical skills and the ability to translate data into clear, actionable insights;

• Excellent PowerPoint and communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely to senior, business-oriented stakeholders and challenge perspectives when needed;

• Proactive, hands-on, and self-starting mindset with a strong sense of ownership and the ability to work independently in a structured and organized manner;

• A collaborative team player with a flexible and adaptable attitude, comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment and balancing attention to detail with a strategic overview;

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

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

• Affinity with the energy, oil, fuel trading, or derivatives sectors is considered a strong advantage.

• 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;

• Learn from inspiring and exciting areas that intend to change the way the world applies energy;

• An attractive workplace in the office in Rotterdam with development opportunities within an international, corporate environment;

• Attractive salary structures, as well as a (partly) employer-financed pension and bike plan etc.;

• Fun and supportive team environment that welcomes you to several social events.

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