Mergers and Acquisitions Analyst

About the Role

Saudi Aramco is seeking a Mergers and Acquisitions Analyst to join the M&A Advisory Department within its Finance organization. This full-time role involves providing financial input and objective advice on transactions to senior management, supporting the development and execution of complex international transactions.

Role Context and Responsibilities

The M&A Advisory Department offers finance input throughout the transaction process, including structuring, valuation, due diligence, and support for negotiations and documentation. The M&A Analyst will be responsible for comprehensive valuation activities for large and complex international transactions, often under challenging deadlines. This role requires a highly numerate, methodical, and organized individual who can manage competing priorities with minimal supervision and contribute as a strong team player.

• Provide expert and objective advice to senior management on M&A valuations for specific transactions.
• Support the development and execution of M&A transactions through comprehensive financial analysis, including building and utilizing complex financial models, conducting risk and uncertainty analysis, and producing financial statements.
• Source and manage valuation inputs from multiple internal and external sources, and advise on gaps, deficiencies, and risks.
• Develop, coach, and mentor team members in areas of expertise.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of processes and methodologies to enhance the Company's valuation capabilities.
• Perform ad hoc financial analysis activities, including on transfer pricing, impairment reviews, Shareek incentives, and group policy reviews.
• Manage external Financial Advisors and consultants for valuation activities on transactions and develop relationships with banks to integrate external perspectives on the M&A landscape.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Candidates for this position should possess a minimum of 10 years of experience in a relevant field. The role demands strong analytical capabilities and the ability to thrive in a dynamic working environment.

Required Skills

• High numeracy, methodical approach, and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities with minimal supervision.
• Confident communication skills and a strong team-player mentality.
• Ability to quickly assimilate into diverse teams and share experience through coaching and mentoring.

Work Location

The work location for this full-time position will be within Saudi Arabia, with the specific location to be detailed in the job offer.