Senior Analyst, Strategy and Corporate Development

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

As an Associate within Corporate Development you will work as an internal consultant in a fast-paced environment, supporting the senior leadership team with the design, development, and implementation of projects including: annual and long term business planning, strategic reviews, new ventures, mergers and acquisitions, alliances and divestitures. Role has senior management exposure.

The Role

Working in conjunction with business leadership and other corporate functions, the Corporate Development group monitors the competitive marketplace, identifies high growth and profit opportunities, and helps execute the corporation’s strategic plan through inorganic activities including M&A, divestitures, minority investments and strategic alliances. Key responsibilities include:

Clients
 Assist Leadership with the planning, designing, analyzing and implementing various firm-wide initiatives, including strategic reviews, annual and long term business planning, new ventures, and mergers, acquisitions, alliances and divestitures
 Assist in the development of the strategic rationale and value creation for mergers and acquisitions, and help execute on the due diligence and post-close integration processes
 Manage cross-departmental initiatives and/or work streams across all areas of the firm (firm-wide growth and efficiency opportunities, Operations, Finance, Legal, HR, Marketing and Communications, etc.)
 Generate financial analysis related to M&A, strategic initiatives, new ventures, and competitor analysis
 Organize and conduct secondary market research and analyses

People
 Act as liaison between senior leadership teams, corporate staff and external consultants
 Build relationships internally and collaborate effectively on cross-functional teams across all of our business segments and corporate functions

Excellence
 Develop technical knowledge and skills in the areas of strategy, M&A, and new ventures (e.g., financial modelling and valuation, research, project management)
 Deliver on projects to meet or exceed internal client expectations
 Drive innovation in the corporate development function

The Requirements

 Self-starter who can thrive in a fast-paced, evolving business environment with limited oversight/direction
 Bachelor degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or other relevant area, or related work experience, is preferred
 Outstanding verbal and written project management, interpersonal and presentation skills
 Strong organizational skills; able to work and think in a methodical and orderly way
 Excellent business and financial analysis skills, including the ability to analyze data trends, draw conclusions and develop action plans
 Proficiency in using the Internet and other tools to conduct research
 Proficiency in Word, Excel and PowerPoint
 1-3 years business experience strongly preferred. Background in M&A advisory / corporate development, financial analysis, strategic planning, or consulting is a plus

Misc. Requirements
• Availability to travel about 25% of the time
• Flexibility on working hours – global nature of the work means there may be early morning or evening calls

The Company

Willis Towers Watson is a leading global advisory, broking and solutions company that helps clients around the world turn risk into a path for growth. With roots dating to 1828, Willis Towers Watson has 40,000 employees serving more than 140 countries. We design and deliver solutions that manage risk, optimize benefits, cultivate talent, and expand the power of capital to protect and strengthen institutions and individuals. Our unique perspective allows us to see the critical intersections between talent, assets and ideas – the dynamic formula that drives business performance. Together, we unlock potential. Learn more atwillistowerswatson.com .

Willis Towers Watson is an equal opportunity employer

Willis Towers Watson is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.

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