Sr. Lead Analyst, C&LCS, Ventures & M&A
LyondellBasell
- Rotterdam, Zuid-Holland
- Vast
- Voltijds
Based in Rotterdam, the Circular & Low Carbon solutions (C&LCS) M&A & Ventures EMEAI team is seeking a Senior Lead analyst to support the business unit's activities in corporate transactions. Reporting to the Senior Manager - C&LCS M&A and Ventures, they will work directly with the business leadership team to roll out the organic and inorganic growth roadmap, with a focus on the origination of prospective targets and development / execution of acquisitions, divestitures, and joint ventures. This cross-functional, highly visible role will be responsible for providing guidance through the lifecycle of the deal process. This includes: identification of prospective targets; assessment of strategic fit both strategically and financially; assistance with the transaction process from diligence through to implementation management; and assisting in negotiations with counterparties. The successful individual will also develop creative and insightful content that the C&LCS leadership and management team will rely on when deciding on and conducting strategic transactions, impacting the direction of the business unit towards the 2030 ambition. This is a unique opportunity to support a newly established Low carbon business unit with big ambitions to be generating $1bn EBITDA by 2030.Roles & Responsibilities
- Lead and manage all the financial modelling, valuation, and returns analyses for various strategic investment opportunities;
- Assist in developing recommendations to executives highlighting critical issues, strategic fit, business case / transaction merit, and projected financial returns of projects;
- Assist in the execution and management of transactions (mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and joint-ventures) including implementation post deal close (financing, tracking of synergies, etc.);
- Support the execution of engagement letters, confidentiality agreements, offer memoranda, MOU's/LOI's, and definitive agreements;
- Lead diligence efforts including working with functional teams, external support consultants, bankers and interacting with counterparties on multiple transactions;
- Evaluate the merits and risks of strategic investments, acquisitions, divestitures and partnerships, as well as develop accompanying financial and quantitative analyses;
- Assist in developing best practices and continuous improvement of processes within the function.
- Eight (8)+ years of relevant work experience including three (3)+ years or more of relevant M&A experience (including corporate development, private equity, venture capital, investment banking and/or transaction services at Big 4 advisory firms);
- Outstanding financial modelling skills are a must to be successful in the role;
- Superior skills in quantitative analysis, use of Excel and PowerPoint and keen attention to detail;
- Knowledge of financial statements and valuation methodologies;
- Experience supporting M&A deal processes through the deal execution lifecycle;
- Experience with shareholder financing and corporate and project Finance preferred;
- Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills;
- Excellent analytical, research, organizational, and project management skills;
- Has exceptional problem-solving skills and sound judgment;
- Recycling/Cleantech/broader process industries experience preferred.
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Accounting or Finance;
- MBA or other advanced (Master's) degree is desirable;
- Build Partnerships (Builds relationships, Fosters Trust, Works collaboratively);
- Deliver Results (Drives high quality, sets standards, takes ownership, acts with integrity);
- Evaluation and Analysis;
- Communication and Facilitation;
- Influencing People;
- Language skills - English is mandatory and any other European language is a plus.