Corporate Development Analyst
Location: London Victoria (hybrid model, minimum 3 days in office).
Nord Anglia Education is recruiting a Corporate Development Analyst to join the Corporate Development team in our London HQ.
The role
- Collect market, sector or company data on the internet and third‑party databases, and through primary research sources such as banks, advisors and schools.
- Manage and update the Corporate Development pipeline with new acquisition targets, as well as detailing progress on existing projects.
- Manage and update databases of international schools around the world and private and public transaction multiples for the education sector through research sources such as specialised consultancy groups and industry news reports.
- Support the organisation in identification of potential opportunities in line with the Corporate Development Strategy.
- Prepare presentations and studies on researched markets, sectors and companies.
- Gain necessary market and sector knowledge and knowledge of market participants; perform geographical markets and education sub‑sectors analysis: regulatory framework, size, trends, players, barriers to entry, etc.
- Participate in all phases of the transaction such as LOI, IM reviews, due diligence, structuring, negotiation, legal documentation, integration planning, etc.
- Develop and manage the transaction dataroom, coordinate with external advisors and internal working teams on dataroom material preparation and collection.
- Analyse financial statements and data, and prepare complex financial models, taking into account the impact of acquisitions to Nord Anglia from financial and operational perspectives.
- Prepare investment cases for Nord Anglia’s Executive Committees and Board for investment approvals.
- Assist the Corporate Development team, and the central support functions and regional offices.
The Successful Candidate will possess
- Strong academic background with a degree from a leading University.
- Experience working in a deal environment, preferably in Corporate M&A function, Private Equity or venture capital, Corporate Finance / M&A in a leading bank, Transaction Services with a Big 4, or Management consultant with transaction experience from a top consulting firm.
- Outstanding analytical skills.
- Strong Excel financial modelling and valuation skills.
- Solid knowledge of financial accounting concepts and practice.
At Nord Anglia Education, we are an equal opportunities employer dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. In our schools and offices around the world, we treat all colleagues fairly based on their skills and qualifications, without discrimination. We value individuals from all backgrounds, including those with different abilities and neurodivergent conditions, as well as those who identify with various protected characteristics. Nord Anglia Education is committed to ensuring the highest possible safeguarding standards in our schools and we expect every employee to share this commitment.
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