Corporate Development Analyst

Location: Greater London

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** Dream Big.  Go Beyond. Be Unstoppable.
** Kyriba is a global fintech leader empowering CFOs and finance teams with cloud-based treasury, payments, and risk management solutions. We serve 3,000+ customers worldwide, managing $15 trillion in payments annually and helping businesses optimize liquidity performance across the enterprise.

We're on a mission to become the most sought-after cloud technology company globally.  We think big, innovate relentlessly, and challenge the status quo every day. If you are a problem-solver who’s ready to push boundaries and achieve more than you thought possible-you'll find an exceptional career within an extraordinary business.
** About the role
** We are seeking a highly motivated and analytical Mid-Level Corporate Development Analyst to join our team. This role is crucial in supporting our strategic growth objectives through active participation in the entire Merger and Acquisition (M&A) lifecycle.
** What you’ll do
** 1. M&A Strategy and Origination
* Market Mapping & Target Identification:
Systematically map the market landscape to identify strategic adjacencies, growth areas, and potential acquisition targets aligned with the company's long-term strategy.  +
* Deliverable:
* Maintain a robust target pipeline list and detailed market landscape reports.
* Target screening:
Screen and prioritise targets based on M&A criteria including strategic rationale, financial projections, synergy analysis, and risk assessments for presentation to senior leadership.
* Market connectivity:  + Maintain regular dialogue with advisors (banks, consulting firms) to actively monitor and update pipeline  + Research and map connections between us (Kyriba and its  investors), and key decision-makers/stakeholders at identified target companies to facilitate initial outreach
2. Financial Analysis and Due Diligence
* Support the due diligence process by coordinating internal and external teams (legal, financial, operational), reviewing target company data, and identifying critical risks and opportunities.
* Develop and maintain financial models, including Discounted Cash Flow (DCF), comparable company analysis, and precedent transaction analysis to determine valuation ranges.
3. Project Management and Execution
* Serve as the primary project manager for M&A transactions, overseeing all phases from initial contact through to definitive agreement and closing.
* Develop and manage comprehensive project plans and timelines, ensuring all work streams (diligence, integration planning, legal documentation) are progressing efficiently and on schedule.
* Coordinate communication and documentation flow among internal stakeholders, target company contacts, and external advisors (investment bankers, lawyers, accounting firms).4. Post-Acquisition Support
* Contribute to the initial stages of post-merger integration planning, working closely with functional teams to ensure a smooth transition and realization of projected synergies.
** What you bring
** The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in corporate finance, financial modeling, and strategic analysis, with demonstrated experience in M&A activities. This position requires the ability to transition seamlessly between detailed analytical work, strategic market mapping, and robust project management.

The candidate should be self motivated, able to work independently and in a team environment, and be comfortable developing and maintaining relationships with the street, and potential targets. Strong structuring, written and verbal communication is key.

Experience in investment banking, transaction advisory or corporate development roles, preferably with a focus on fintech and/or software, and experience working with private equity portfolio companies.
** Our Values Guide Everything We Do**
* ** Think Big & Constantly Innovate**:
We have the confidence to think big, embrace change, challenge the status quo, and continuously evolve - incorporating new technologies and driving…