M & a Analyst (Origination) - Midrand, South Africa - AdaptIT

AdaptIT

Verified Company

Midrand, South Africa

1 week ago

Posted by:

Thabo Mthembu

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Description

Listing reference:
adapt_000131
Listing status: Online-
Position summary

Industry:
IT & Internet

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Job category:IT and Telecommunications
Location:Midrand

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Contract:Permanent
EE position:Yes
About our company

A provider of leading specialised software and digitallyled business solutions that assist clients across targeted industries.
Introduction
As part of the Mergers & Acquisitions ("M&A") team, this critical function is responsible for highquality B2B account management activities which includes but not limited to researching, identification, screening of transaction opportunities and consistently generating high volume of quality activities resulting in meaningful dialogue in assigned vertical software markets and regions.
Job description

Primary Responsibilities for the Role

Lead Generation

Consistently generate high volume of high-quality activities and interactions on behalf of Executives and C-suite (including but not limited to virtual meetings, calls, site visits, face-to-face engagements / meetings at industry events, roadshows) targeting companies in the African region and globally that meet the company's acquisition criteria.

Where applicable, coordinate relevant arrangements (such as travel for site visits and interaction format) on behalf of a global team (accommodating time zones, and various travel arrangements)
Support company goal of being recognized as being the acquiror of choice in the African region by:
Articulating the Adapt IT's acquisition criteria and value proposition verbally and in writing.
Increasing the company's M&A brand credibility in writing and through cold outreaches
Identify, connect, and maintain contact with identified businesses regularly including identifying communication opportunities throughout the year.
Leveraging digital marketing campaigns to generate leads and prospect engagement (Launch & monitor marketing campaigns for events/webinars/roadshow)

M&A Activities:
Administration and Record Keeping

Track activity and maintain clear records in CRM and report regularly on KPIs (in addition to maintaining accurate records of calls, meetings, transaction materials, etc.)
Performing any other reasonable duties as required.

Research and Analysis

Perform industry and trend research, market analysis and market sizing to execute our M&A strategy.
Demonstrate business acumen in the research, analysis, qualification, and assessment acquisition targets. Work with the Corporate Development Executive to identify high probability prospects looking to further explore the M&A process.

Minimum requirements
Minimum Qualification and Experience Requirements

Matric/Grade 12 or Equivalent
Minimum 8 years in longcycle enterprise / B2B software sales or at a bank OR 5 years' experience in M&A/VC/PE lead, transaction and deal origination (focusing on the technology sector)

Desired Skills and Qualities

Strong research and organizational skills, excels at prioritization and demonstrates proactive planning related to outreach and calendar management (including but not limited to adhoc projects and industry events)
Proficient with various sales software and tools including but not limited to, Microsoft suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and Outlook), Salesforce CRM and similar sales tools.
Basic business / financial literacy including understanding of concepts such as revenue generation, business and pricing models, profitability, and enterprise valuation.
Professional fluency in English (other languages an asset).
No travel required; fulltime role in the Midrand office.