Manager M&A (m/f/d)

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Welcome to ZEISS – a company that combines innovation and responsibility! Our corporate areas are diverse and contribute decisively to the strategic orientation and sustainable success of the ZEISS Group.

The M&A team within the ZEISS Strategic Corporate Development is the central partner of the Executive Board to further develop the Group strategically by accommodating acquisitions, cooperations and divestments from the first idea to successful integration. As Manager M&A, you play a central role in the assessment and structuring of transactions, the implementation of due diligence processes and the creation of decision-making bases for the Executive Board and Supervisory Board, and thus actively contribute to the strategic development of ZEISS.

Your role Assessment of potential investment opportunities and discussion with internal stakeholders (SBUs)

Support in the planning and implementation of due diligence processes in close cooperation with internal experts as well as external service providers / lawyers incl. Set deadlines, if necessary, in coordination with Senior Manager M&A and Head of M&A

Review and support in the creation of business plans in cooperation with the segments and based assessment of companies using different valuation methods and market data

Support in the development of appropriate transaction structures, including tax and tactical aspects, internal coordination in the negotiation of legal documents, e.g. share purchase agreements

Regular knowledge transfer from Fach-M&A Topics for colleagues in the segments and support for trainees

Coordination of strategic projects (e.g. evaluation, training sessions)

Complete study of business management, financial management, economics or a related subject, preferably on Master level.

At least 3 years of relevant M&A or transaction-related professional experience, such as investment banking, M&A consulting, Corporate M&A, Private Equity, Transaction Advisory or comparable functions.

Embossed technical knowledge in corporate finance, corporate assessment and financial modelling, combined with very good MS Office skills, especially in Excel and PowerPoint. Practical experience in due diligence processes as well as in creating clear decision templates for senior management

Embossed own initiative with strong analytical skills, high detail accuracy and a structured, result-oriented way of working. Curious and proactive way of thinking with the aim of continuously learning, questioning assumptions constructively and taking on new areas of responsibility

Team player with very good communication and stakeholder management skills, who feels comfortable driving their own work packages and agreeing with other functions in a group environment

German and English knowledge in word and writing