Overview
As part of SGS Corporate Development team the Corporate Development Manager plays a critical role in identifying evaluating and executing strategic mergers acquisitions divestitures and joint ventures. This role involves close collaboration with senior leadership cross‑functional teams and external advisors to drive inorganic growth and enhance shareholder value.
Responsibilities
* Support the development of the company’s inorganic growth strategy.
* Identify potential acquisition targets or partnership opportunities aligned with strategic priorities.
* Conduct industry and market research to assess trends and competitive dynamics.
* Prepare and support the internal review of acquisition projects.
* Review financial statements and prepare valuation analyses on potential targets.
Financial Analysis & Valuation
* Build and review financial models to assess target company performance and deal economics.
* Perform valuation analyses using DCF, precedent transactions and comparable company methods.
* Evaluate synergies, risks and return on investment.
Due Diligence
* Coordinate due diligence efforts across legal, financial, operational and commercial areas.
* Liaise with internal stakeholders and external advisors (investment banks, consultants, lawyers).
* Assist the Senior Directors in the acquisition processes including coordinating due diligence with external advisers and internal teams drafting offer letters and legal documentation leading up to closing.
* Support negotiations of term sheets, purchase agreements and other transaction documents.
* Prepare investment memoranda and presentations for executive leadership and board approval.
* Manage transaction timelines and ensure alignment across all parties.
Post‑Merger Integration
* Collaborate with integration teams to ensure smooth transition and value realization.
* Track performance against deal objectives and report on integration progress.
Qualifications
* Min 5‑7 years of experience in corporate development / M&A investment banking transaction services in a big 4 accounting firm or in strategy consulting or financial planning and analysis.
* Graduate in economics, business administration, finance or qualified chartered accountant.
* Exposure to financial transactions corporate and business strategy.
* Team player at ease in a very international environment with cross‑cultural teams.
* Excellent communication, negotiation and project management abilities.
* Flexibility and willingness to work in a fast paced demanding environment.
* Strong financial expertise including full proficiency in financial analysis, valuation of companies and financial modelling of M&A transactions.
* Strategic thinking and commercial acumen.
* High attention to details and analytical rigor.
* Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
* Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
* Discretion and professionalism in handling confidential information.
* Expert knowledge of Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
* Fluent English; Spanish would be an asset.
Additional Information
Location: Zug Switzerland.
Remote Work
No
Employment Type
Full‑time
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