Director Mergers & Acquisitions and Equity Capital Markets

About Volvo Car Group
The future belongs to those who are empowered by a great idea and have the ability to carry it out. At Volvo Car Group, our vision is clear: "To be the world's most progressive and desired luxury car brand" by simplifying people's lives. We have bold targets when it comes to innovation, sales and customer satisfaction and to make this happen, we need talented people on board. People with passion, energy, business sense and the drive to innovate.
People that want to create the next generation Volvo cars in a global, dynamic and respectful environment. We will support you to reach your full potential. Join us on this exciting journey into the future.

What do we offer?
The Mergers & Acquisitions and Equity Capital Markets team is a strategic resource within Volvo Car Group focusing on accelerating value creation. In addition to global responsibility to lead mergers and acquisitions the team leads equity market projects, is responsible for capital structure, rating, equity-based incentive programs and lead other large scale strategic projects with a significant finance component. Further, the M&A and ECM team supports with strategic and operational aspects including carveouts, integrations and restructurings.

As Director in the M&A and ECM team you will be responsible to structure and lead large and complex M&A transactions from initiation to closing. You will lead cross functional project teams. You will have responsibility for deal structuring, financial modelling, valuation, and lead negotiations. Further you will support of Head of Mergers & Acquisitions and Equity Capital Markets, the CFO and the Executive Management Team of Volvo Car Group with various types of analyses and tasks.

Working in the M&A and ECM team is demanding but offers great opportunities for fast development. 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 Mergers & Acquisitions and Equity Capital Markets.


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/Engineering
10 to 15 years’ experience from M&A processes at a major corporate or relevant advisor such as at an investment bank, M&A boutique, strategy consultant, big four firm
Strong drive and ability to lead complex projects
Strategic and analytical thinker with ability to focus on details and figures, synthesize large amount of information into clear conclusions
You are able to manage ambiguity and quickly spot issues and develop a recommended approach
Excellent communication and people management skills
Strong excel modelling and valuation skills
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



How to learn more and apply?
Does this sound like your next challenge? Welcome with your application by submitting your resume and cover letter via the link below no later than 21st August. During the summer period in Sweden you may expect some delays on our replies to you, but don’t let this stop you applying already now. We will be fully back on track week 33.

If you have any questions regarding this position you are welcome to contact Fredrik Aaben at +46 72 970 78 91 or fredrik.aaben@volvocars.com. For information about the recruitment process, please contact senior recruiter Malin Westman at malin.westman@volvocars.com.
Warm welcome with your application!