Director, Corporate Development and Mergers & Acquisitions - 744000055421677-5844

SGS North America Inc. • Lincolnshire, IL • 12h ago

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SGS is the global leader and innovator in inspection, verification, testing and certification services. Founded in 1878, SGS is recognized as the global benchmark in quality and integrity. With over 97,000 employees in 130 countries and operating a network of more than 2,400 offices and laboratories, we provide services to almost every industry by assuring quality and safety of products and services.

Trusted all over the world, SGS is a market leader because we put 100% passion, pride and innovation into everything we do. We encourage new ideas. We welcome people who challenge the way we do things. And we will be 100% committed to helping you reach your full potential.

Job Description

As a member of the Corporate Development team, the Director, Corporate Development and Mergers & Acquisitions North America supports the development and overall external growth strategy of SGS in the North America (US and Canada). They work closely with business and regional teams to identify potential targets and execute transactions. In additional, they take ownership of acquisition projects and processes, including preparing the investment case (strategic rationale and valuation), conducting due diligence (in cooperation with external advisers and internal experts) and reviewing legal documentation. This position is focused on executing transactions in the Business Assurance business line (certification, ESG, consulting).

Leads regional and business initiatives in developing and

identifying suitable acquisition targets.

Prepares and supports the internal review of acquisition projects.

Reviews financial statements, produces financial and strategic

assessments of acquisition.

Performs valuation analysis and generate financial and valuation

models.

Manages acquisition processes, coordinates due diligence with

external advisers and internal teams, drafts proposals and offer letters and legal documentation, negotiates transactions leading up to closing.

Monitors and coordinates the integration process with local

management, business management and supporting functions.

Prepares post-transaction analysis, including purchase price

allocation.

Produces presentations, spreadsheets, information memoranda, term

sheets, etc.

Occasionally (up to 10% of time) provides remote (no travel

required) support to Corporate Development and M&A function in South & Central American region.

Maintains transaction information in the company\'s databases.

At all times, complies with SGS Code of Integrity and Professional

Conduct.

Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Required:

Master\'s degree in Business, Finance, Economics or similar

discipline

Minimum 10 years of broad project management, strategy projects, M&A

execution, in large corporate, investment bank or private equity

Experience of successful M&A transactions throughout the entire M&A

lifecycle, including landscape analysis, pipeline development, strategic due diligence, transaction management and post-merger integration, financial transactions, corporate and business strategy

Experience in deal making

Preferred:

Experience in the certification industry

Licenses/ Certifications

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Financial Analyst

(CFA) certification, preferred

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities

Language Skills: English - Advanced level of knowledge

Reasoning Skills/Abilities: Advanced level

Strong knowledge of the financial modelling and valuation skills

Strong planning, organizational, analytical, negotiation and influencing skills

Excellent communication skills (verbal, written and executive presentation)

Knowledge of Federal, State, and local laws/regulations related M&A

Ability to think strategically and translate concepts into actionable items

Ability to generate results through influence in a matrix environment with multiple stakeholders

Ability to partner with and influence all management levels

Ability to motivate without a direct line of authority

Ability to work effectively under pressure and in ambiguous situations

Strong ability to balance multiple priorities and produce results

Self-starter attitude

Strong leadership abilities

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