M&A Finance Senior Manager

BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow™ by Building a Smokeless World. 
To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey! Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s shape it together!

The role’s purpose is to bring technical and project management expertise to the M&A process within BAT Group. Provide advice and effective input into the planning, negotiation and execution of acquisitions, disposals, joint ventures and other M&A transactions for BAT Group.

• On large transactions, provide analytical and technical support, as well as manage discrete workstreams (e.g. Due Diligence).
• On small-mid size transactions, run the entire transaction process, including team member management, external advisers and internal governance (alongside M&A legal).

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Contributing to the evolution of the BAT Group M&A strategy, knowledge and expertise, screening potential acquisition targets and prioritizing future BAT Group opportunities.
• Being a member of a project team on larger and more sophisticated transactions, providing finance and commercial support, using specialist skills including understanding and application of valuation and risk management techniques.
• Leading small-mid size, lower complexity transactions and critical initiatives, handling a full transaction team and dealing with partner engagement internally and externally and assisting the negotiation of the terms of any transaction.
• Evaluating the value of a target business not only to BAT but to other potentially interested parties and leading the due diligence process including the engagement and management of external advisors.
• Working with other project team members and external advisors to identify financial and business risks. Develop solutions to mitigate these risks and methods of evaluating any residual risks.
• Developing informed solutions to structural and other project issues; ensuring that the strategic and financial value of any project is identified and delivered.
• Preparing recommendations and presenting to senior management and ensuring that those parts of M&A projects for which you have specific responsibility are delivered within the limits set by the Standing Committee or Main Board.

What are we looking for:

• Degree or equivalent experience educated with relevant professional qualification (e.g. CA / ACCA / CIMA / CPA / CFA/ MBA).
• A detailed understanding of valuation techniques and the nuances of discounted cash flow analysis, with experience of building and reviewing comprehensive financial models.
• Experience in a global FMCG or similar dynamic operating environment, with 8+ years of M&A transaction experience and/or substantial day-to-day financial and commercial experience from working in other parts of large corporates.
• Sound knowledge of end-to-end M&A transaction process and related transaction documents and the ability to lead small-mid size M&A transactions with limited supervision!
• Personal credibility, confidence and adaptability to influence and challenge internal management and external advisers, with excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
• Teammate, embracing collaboration and inclusivity, with strong project management and organizational skills to deliver and work optimally with others.

What we offer you?

• We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
• Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives.
• Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
• You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills.
• We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes.

WHY JOIN BAT?
We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.

At BAT, we champion collaboration, inclusion, and partnership as the bedrock of our values. We wish to foster an environment where every individual can thrive, irrespective of factors such as gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, as well as diverse perspectives and thinking styles. We recognise that our strength lies in embracing talent from all walks of life, empowering us to develop our culture of inclusivity and better achieve our business objectives.

We view career breaks not as obstacles but as opportunities and encourage everyone, without hesitation, to apply. Through our Global Returners program, we provide support to professionals seeking to re-enter the workforce after an extended absence, be it for family care, parental leave, national service, sabbatical, or starting their own venture.
Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here.

We take pride in being a Disability Confident Employer. If you need any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to be made during the recruitment process to support you performing at your best, please inform the recruitment partner who will be in touch should your profile be selected for the role you applied for. We are wholeheartedly committed to optimising your prospects of success by making suitable arrangements so that you may showcase your full potential.