M&A Sr. Associate / Specialist
4 days ago
Barcelona
PLG is a global life‑science services provider offering product development, lifecycle management, consulting, and digital solutions. With offices across Europe, North America, and Asia, it continues to grow through organic expansion and strategic acquisitions that strengthen its capabilities and footprint. The M&A Sr. Associate / Specialist will play a key role in executing PLG’s buy-and-build strategy. The role involves identifying potential acquisition targets, managing the end-to-end transaction process, coordinating due diligence, and supporting integration planning. Working closely with senior management and private equity stakeholders, the Mergers and Acquisitions Manager will contribute to the evaluation and execution of strategic investments across the life sciences services sector MISSIONS: • Financial Analysis:, • Conduct research and financial analysis to evaluate potential M&A opportunities, including financial statements, valuation metrics, and key performance indicators., • Analyze industry trends, competitive landscapes, and market conditions to assess the financial and strategic viability of potential transactions., • Prepare financial projections and scenario analyses to evaluate the potential impact of M&A activities on the company's financials., • Due Diligence:, • Lead due diligence process by gathering and analyzing relevant information, including financial, tax, legal, commercial and operational DD., • Assist in coordinating due diligence efforts with various internal teams and external advisors, ensuring comprehensive evaluation of target companies., • Identify risks, opportunities, and synergies associated with potential transactions, and provide recommendations based on due diligence findings., • Documentation and Reporting:, • Prepare detailed reports, including Commercial DD and M&A presentations for the executive board summarizing the analysis and key findings., • Assist in drafting and reviewing transaction-related documentation, such as letters of intent, sellers purchase agreements, and disclosure schedules., • Maintain organized and updated master target list with last information available. transaction records, including financial models, due diligence materials, and other relevant documentation., • Interactions:, • Work closely with teams from various departments including finance, sales, HR, quality, and IT to foster collaboration and achieve shared objectives., • Engage with M&A advisors, auditors, and the management of target companies to facilitate smooth transactions and integration processes., • Maintain regular and effective communication with the Post-Merger Integration (PMI) team, providing updates on ongoing transactions and coordinating efforts to ensure successful integration., • Keep abreast of market trends, regulatory changes, and best practices pertaining to M&A activities. Provide valuable insights and recommendations to enhance the company's M&A strategy. THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT • Minimum of 4-6 years of relevant business experience in areas such as M&A, transaction services, private equity, corporate development, strategy consulting, or venture capital., • Excellent in conducting comprehensive financial analysis and modeling, with strong analytical skills to interpret complex financial data and perform valuation analysis., • Demonstrated expertise in deal structuring, valuation, and financial/M&A modeling., • Knowledge of business strategy and its application in a corporate context., • Exceptional financial acumen and understanding of financial concepts., • Demonstrated experience managing multiple transactions simultaneously, • Advanced proficiency in Office tools, particularly Excel and PowerPoint., • Proven project management capabilities, including the ability to independently plan, manage, and deliver projects., • Strategic thinker with a collaborative approach and proactive mindset., • Excellent communication, influencing, negotiation, and organizational skills., • Ability to cultivate and keep strong relationships., • Possesses integrity, analytical skills, and critical thinking abilities., • International experience in a professional capacity., • Fluent in both written and spoken English. French is a plus., • Willingness to travel occasionally, approximately 2-3 days every 2 months., • Previous experience in the Life Sciences and/or consulting services industry is highly advantageous. WHAT WE CAN OFFER • The possibility of working in hybrid mode;, • A dynamic, multicultural working environment;, • A long-term career plan, • An interesting and extensive salary package A flat organizational structure with close collaboration and communication with management and cross departments