Job Description
M&A Analyst Full time, Permanent Location - London - hybrid with a minimum 3 days per week in the office
Closing date: 22 August
Who we are:
We're not just talking about making a difference, we're making it happen. We generate dispatchable, renewable power and create stable energy in an uncertain world. Building on our proud heritage, we have ambition to become the leader in UK flexible generation, global sustainable biomass and carbon removals.
You'll be joining our teams of practical doers, future thinkers and business champions. We're enabling a zero carbon, lower cost energy future for all, and working hard to decarbonise the planet for generations to come.
About the role:
We're on the hunt for a sharp, driven M&A Analyst to join our in-house M&A team - the powerhouse behind Drax's growth ambitions. If you thrive on spotting strategic value, and turning complex data into actionable insights, then this could be your next opportunity!
In this role, you'll be at the heart of our M&A activity - diving deep into financial and strategic analysis of potential acquisition targets, crafting presentations, and helping shape the future of the Group through supporting the execution of Drax's M&A activities. You'll work within a close knit team whilst working collaboratively across finance, tax, legal, market analysis, and strategy to ensure every move we make is backed by robust analysis and directly tied to our strategic growth objectives.
Who we're looking for:
You're comfortable working with complex financial data and know how to extract what matters. To unlock your potential at Drax, you'll bring:
• Solid experience from an investment bank, corporate finance team, or in-house M&A team
• A strong grasp of financial structuring, value drivers, and understanding risks to the business
• Advanced financial modelling skills including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow analysis, valuation and accretion/dilution analysis
• Excellent interpersonal skills, drive, enthusiasm and commitment
Rewards and benefits:
As you help us to shape the future, we've shaped our rewards and benefits to help you thrive and support
your lifestyle. If successful in this role you'll get:
A discretionary bonus depending on company performance
Private Healthcare
SAYE (Sharesave): discretionary scheme from time to time
Personal accident cover
Group personal pension plan where we'll pay up to 10%
Holiday 25 days plus bank holidays
Reimbursement of the cost of your annual membership of one relevant and appropriate professional body
We're committed to making a tangible impact on the climate challenge we all face. Drax is where your individual purpose can work alongside your career drive. We work as part of a team that shares a passion for doing what's right for the future. With Drax you can shape your career and a future for generations to come.
Together, we make it happen.
At Drax, we're committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of their role. To make this a reality, we actively work to better represent the communities we operate in, foster inclusion, and establish fair processes. Through these actions, we build the trust needed for all colleagues at Drax to contribute their perspectives and talents, no matter their background. Find out more about our approach here.
Talk to us about flexible working!
How to apply:
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