We are looking for a high-performing, analytically strong M&A professional to join our Corporate M&A team. This role is suited for candidates with 2–4 years of experience, ideally gained in top-tier investment banking, private equity, strategy consulting, or corporate M&A.
As part of the team, you will play a pivotal role in executing strategic transactions on a global scale, supporting the company’s growth, transformation, and portfolio optimization agenda.
Key Responsibilities
Transaction Execution
- Support the full lifecycle of M&A transactions including target identification, valuation, due diligence, deal structuring, and integration planning
- Build and maintain detailed financial models (DCF, LBO, merger models) and perform valuation analyses using various methodologies to assess the value and impact of potential transactions on business performance
- Prepare investment memoranda, board presentations, and other decision-support materials for senior leadership and board members
- Contribute to post-merger integration efforts, ensuring synergy realization and cultural alignment across merged entities
Strategic Analysis
- Conduct market and industry research to identify trends, competitive dynamics, and potential acquisition targets
- Evaluate strategic fit and synergies of potential targets in alignment with the corporate strategy
- Collaborate with strategy, finance, legal, tax, and operational teams to assess deal feasibility and risks
Stakeholder Engagement
- Collaborate with internal teams (strategy, finance, tax, legal, etc.) and external advisors (investment banks, consultants, legal counsels etc.) to ensure seamless transaction execution
- Support internal stakeholder alignment across business units and functions during deal evaluation and execution
Candidate Profile
Experience & Background
- 2–4 years of experience in investment banking, private equity, corporate M&A or strategy consulting
- Demonstrated involvement in successful deal execution, including financial modelling, due diligence and stakeholder coordination
- Experience with cross-border transactions and complex deal structures is a plus
Skills & Competencies
- Strong financial and strategic acumen and proficiency in valuation techniques
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with ability to confidently engage with senior executives and stakeholders
- Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills; familiarity with relevant financial databases
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under tight deadlines
- High attention to detail and a proactive, self-starter mindset
- Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and understanding cultural dynamics in cross-border transactions
Education
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field
What we offer
At Maersk, you will be part of a high-performing M&A team that drives strategic transactions across the globe. From day one, you will be actively involved in executing transactions that shape the future of the company.
The team has recently led several landmark transactions, including:
- The acquisition of the Panama Canal Railway Company
- The listing of Svitzer on Nasdaq Copenhagen
- The divestment of Maersk Supply Service
- The acquisition of LF Logistics
- The acquisition of Senator International
You will work in a dynamic, international, and collaborative environment that offers significant opportunities for professional development and accelerated career progression
Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.
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