Experienced M&A​/Transaction Advisor

Location: Antwerpen

Are you passionate about M&A and high-impact financial/strategic advisory? Have you already gained fundamental experience in this field and are you ready to take your expertise to a next level? For LDS Advisory, a  high-end quality pioneer  in  financial / corporate Advisory  we are looking for an  Experienced Transaction Advisor .
This  Belgian Advisory firm , specialized in Transaction, Transformation, Business & Commercial Strategy and Tax, might be the right fit for you. Founded in 2018 through a shared vision of being an independent advisor, fully committed to creating greater added value to their clients offering high-impact solutions, their goal is to bring people and organizations closer to their aspirations. LDS relies on a  warm and extensive client network  carefully built up by an experienced team of advisors and partners.

The way LDS works, acts and communicates both internally and externally, is founded on four key values:  act human, involved, pragmatic, and with opinion .
Having an  entrepreneurial spirit  at their core, we are looking for a driven and ambitious professional to join their growing  Transaction Advisory  team. You will guide different clients through their milestone decisions related to  M&A, valuations and financial due diligence  (buy- and sell-side).

Becoming part of the Transaction team, LDS gives you hands-on exposure to  diverse assignments ,  expanding your experience  and shaping you into a highly skilled knowledgeable transaction advisor.
You will advise and guide clients in different types of  M&A projects focussing on financial due diligence  (buy- and sell-side), valuations, for both private equity firms and corporate organizations.
You  manage  the  end-to-end project delivery  in close collaboration with the client.
You perform and review  financial analyses  to identify and assess key deal drivers, value considerations, opportunities and risks.
You  synthesize complex financial data  into clear, actionable reports and insights.
By  collaborating  with other LDS teams (tax, transformation, strategy) you offer complete and integrated solutions to the client.
You act as a  sparring partner to C-level stakeholders  and  investment professionals.
You ensure deadlines, deliverables, and expectations stay aligned throughout each assignment.
You will  mentor and guide  junior colleagues by sharing your knowledge and expertise.

You hold a University degree ideally in Finance, Economics or a related field.
You bring 4 to 8 years of relevant experience in (a combination of) corporate finance, financial due diligence, transactions or business controlling.
Numbers are in your nature and Excel & PowerPoint hold no secrets to you.
You have a proactive, pragmatic mindset and you take responsibility.
You are resilient and like to work in a high-performing and dynamic environment.
Regardless of how experienced you are, you are always keen to learn whether it be on the job or through specific training.
You have solid communication skills at all levels and you are fluent in English and Dutch or English and French.
Last but not least: you have a sense of humor and you like to connect with colleagues in a dynamic environment.

Becoming part of a  strong  and  multidisciplinary team  where you can  take ownership  and are  supported  by other colleagues.
A  high-performing, human and open environment  where you can  learn & grow,  working with  senior and experienced   professionals  in the field .
Experiencing  high client exposure , allowing you to make  a real impact  and deliver substantial added value.
A  flexible atmosphere , with respect for your personal time, complemented by remote work opportunities.
A dynamic and modern workspace. With offices in  Zaventem (head office) ,  Herentals ,  Waregem , and  Liège , LDS offers you the flexibility to work from various locations.
An  attractive fixed and variable salary package  tailored to personal and team objectives and to your own development plan. Fringe benefits such as a  company car  and insurance package, bonus system are included.
Plenty of  fun team events  and  well-being initiatives  such as boxing lessons, yearly incentive trip etc.

Universities, Expertise, End to End Project, PowerPoint, Tax, Sell Side, Communication, Economy, Stress tolerance, Valuation, Stakeholders, Finance, Projects, Training, Pragmatism, Private Equity, Sense of Humor, Project Delivery, Proactivity, Investment, MS Excel, Highly responsible, Due diligence, Knowledge Transfer, Financial analysis, Corporate Finance