Director Corporate Finance

Who are we?
Volvo Cars is a company on a mission; to bring traditional car manufacturing into a connected, sustainable and smart future.
Since 1927, we have been a brand known for our commitment to safety, creating innovative cars that make life less complicated for our consumers. In 2010, we decided to transform our business, resulting in a totally new generation of cars and technologies, as well as steady growth and record sales. Today, we’re expanding our global footprint in Europe, China and the US, and we’re on the lookout for new talent.
We are constantly pushing our own skills and abilities to drive change in the automobile industry like never before. We are looking for innovative, committed people to join us in this endeavour and create safe, sustainable and connected cars. We believe in the power of people and will challenge and support you to reach your full potential. Join us and be part of Volvo Cars’ journey into the future.

What do we offer?
The Corporate Finance team is a strategic resource within Volvo Car Group focusing on M&A and value creation. The team also lead equity capital markets projects and other large scale strategic financial projects. Further, Corporate Finance supports with strategic and operational aspects related to M&A. including carveouts, integrations and restructurings.

As Director for Corporate Finance you will be responsible to lead M&A projects with cross functional project teams. You will have responsibility for financial modelling and analysis in support of VP Corporate Finance, the CFO and the Executive Management Team of Volvo Car Group.

Working in Corporate Finance is demanding and offers great opportunities to develop. In this position you will gain exposure to a wide range of financial and strategic matters and for the right candidate this role will provide the basis for further career opportunities. The position reports to Head of Corporate Finance.


Who are we looking for?
In order to succeed in this role it is important that you are a team player with exceptional collaboration skills and an ability to create trust and build relationships with colleagues at various levels. You have a sense of integrity, strong analytical skills and a strong drive to deliver on commitments. Further, you have a proven ability to bring clarity to complex business issues and proven success in managing complex projects, strong leadership skills and excellent communication skills.

You will be working in a global and multicultural environment which requires a proactive and flexible approach.


Do you fit the profile?
University degree in Accounting/Economics/Finance
Strong drive and ability to lead complex projects
Experience from M&A processes at a major corporate or relevant advisor such as a bank, accounting firm, M&A boutique or consultant
Strategic and analytical thinker with ability to focus on details and figures, synthesize broad amount of information into actionable information for executives.  Able to quickly spot issues and develop a recommended approach
Understanding of basic accounting concepts
Excel modelling and valuation skills
Capacity to take initiatives and work independently on projects and deliver against set targets
Good communication and people management skills
Experience from negotiations
Self-starter with ability to streamline executive decision making
Excellent English in both orally and written and able to concisely present orally and in presentations
Team player with ability to build broad relationships internally and externally


In addition to the Director role we are also searching for a slightly more junior Corporate Finance role. So even if you don’t fulfil all requirements for the Director role we invite you to apply anyhow.


How to learn more and apply?
For questions about the position please contact Joakim Alpsten at joakim.alpsten@volvocars.com. For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact senior recruiter Malin Westman at malin.westman@volvocars.com. We will continuously evaluate candidates but want your application on August 22nd at the latest.

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