Competitive business today is all about making intelligent, informed decisions. As a Valuations professional you’ll help make that happen. You will be an important part of our diversely talented, highly experienced team and work at the forefront of high-profile transactions. Our team of strategic advisors sits at the heart of a global Valuations network of specialists who deliver high quality advice through each phase of the transaction process.


The opportunity


Strategy & Transactions (Sa T) is recruiting for a Valuations Executive / Manager to assist our MENA based Oil and Gas clients in addressing their strategic planning, regulatory compliance, financial reporting and fair market value documentation needs. You’ll have the opportunity to develop your career through a broad scope of engagements, mentoring and formal learning.


Your key responsibilities


As a Valuations Executive / Manager, you'll make technical contributions to valuation and modelling on client engagements and internal projects. You'll be working on large Oil and Gas clients and will gain a thorough understanding of the subject businesses, markets and of clients' issues, performing research and analysis of the target's industry and of quoted companies operating in the sector. You'll deal with day-to-day queries raised by clients and will attend internal and external meetings relating to the assignment. You'll perform valuation calculations and analyses, as well as being involved in drafting presentations and reports, formulating views on value, presenting conclusions to the rest of the team and contributing to the presentations of our work and findings to the client.


Skills and attributes for success


Individuals who will strive to deliver valuations on time and within budget will do well in this environment. You will also be required to take ownership of your career by obtaining regular feedback on a timely basis and keeping alert to learning and development opportunities. You'll actively establish and develop external and internal relationships, helping to create a positive learning culture within the team.


To qualify for the role you must have

• A bachelor's degree in finance, economics, accounting or business
• At least 3 / 5 years of valuations work experience working on Oil and Gas / Energy clients
• Experience of working on / managing valuation projects for M&A, Purchase Price Allocations, Impairment reviews, Fair Valuations
• Financial modelling skills including experience building models from scratch and reviewing models for Energy businesses
• Experience of writing and owning reports / and opinions for valuations for M&A and Financial Reporting
• Demonstrated record of solving complex problems and completing challenging projects

You’ll also must have

• Hunger to grow and develop
• Previous valuation experience in professional services/Big 4 Firm
• Time spent working in a consulting environment
• Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment with large clients
• Achievement of or significant progress towards a CFA, CA or another professional qualification

Attributes needed


We are looking for candidates who are highly motivated, analytical, logical thinkers with a passion for valuations and have a very strong attention to detail. Being a strong team player is critical with the ability to adapt to changing requirements or deadlines in support of our clients goals.


What we offer

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer:

• World class experience from working with world class clients
• Career growth: We will support with developing your career and provide an ample platform of opportunities
• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.


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