Our client is looking for a Strategy Support Manager to help facilitate and support the Mergers & Acquisitions planning, research and reporting processes for the Africa Regions Centre. This role is individually accountable for achieving results through the efforts of others over periods of 3 months to a year.

Key Responsibilities

• Supports the Head of M&A with research on various markets, industries and geographies
• Provides project management and business analysis support, working closely with Finance, Corporate Finance and Strategy to drive M&A initiatives
• Ensures the M&A portfolio complies with group timelines for planning cycles and executive reporting deliverables
• Prepares ad hoc board, Exco or committee reports as required, under the guidance of the Head of M&A
• Builds and maintains strong relationships with senior management and key internal stakeholders
• Coordinates and drives the investment due diligence process (with the Head of M&A and Corporate Finance), including data, financial, structural and strategic due diligence
• Supports the development of investment cases, business cases and strategic recommendations
• Tracks and reports on M&A pipeline activity, deal progress and key risks
• Assists with post-investment review and performance tracking where required

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• A graduate qualification in business, finance, technology or engineering
• Actuary, CA or CFA qualification is a distinct advantage
• Project management and/or business analyst experience is an advantage
• 5–8 years’ experience in corporate strategy, corporate development or consulting, preferably within Africa regions
• M&A experience is a distinct advantage
• Exposure to executive-level reporting and decision-making processes

Required Competencies

• Adaptive thinking with a strong analytical and critical mindset
• Highly organised and methodical with strong attention to detail
• Strong business acumen with the ability to synthesise complex information
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities against tight deadlines
• High levels of professionalism, discretion and commercial judgement