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Thursday, October 17, 2013

Mauritius - Transactions Senior Manager

Department:

East Market Area

Job type:

Experienced Hire

Closing date:

22-Nov-13

Location:

Port Louis

Reference Number:

ADSP00041

The Company

PwC firms help organizations and individuals create the value they are looking for. We are a network of firms in 158 countries with more than 180,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in Assurance, Tax and Advisory services.

Purpose of the Job:

We are looking to recruit a Transactions Senior Manager to serve as the bridge between Transactions Solution Set strategy implementation and management of complex engagements in providing advisory services to clients on corporate strategic acquisitions, divestitures & sell side advice, and delivering deal value

Roles & Responsibilities

Develop and manage Transactions solutions while keeping abreast with technical industry issues
Engage successfully in complex and broad business issues through deep understanding of both the particular enterprise and industry specific issues
Lead Transactions projects of high complexity through project plans, economics, monitoring and evaluating risks, budgets and delivery of projects per required standards
Lead and manage rigorous reviews to scrutinize financial performance, operating dynamics, and management issues to provide a range of options to clients
Lead and manage financial due diligence, portfolio reviews, asset valuations and disposal options, identifying potential investors, facilitating sale negotiations and deal completion for clients
Deliver restructuring solutions designed to build a platform for swift recovery and sustained future success. Assess revitalization options, develop a plan of action and mobilize resources for effective implementation
Acting as trusted business advisor with client through knowledge sharing, technical expertise and project management
Ensuring engagement economics through efficient project management, billing, collection and WIP management
Participating actively in industry thought leadership initiatives including projects with regulators and clients.
Building good cross function relationships and supporting key internal roles in aiding them meet their and firm objectives
Supporting leadership in building and maintaining a pipeline of competent staff in the Transactions Unit
Lead, manage, coach, develop and mentor direct reports
Strategically participate in the firm's activities

Requirements

Education:
A good first degree and relevant post graduate qualification
Master’s degree (business/accounting/finance orientation)
CFA qualification

Job Experience:
Minimum of 7 years’ Transactions experience in consulting and 3 in a senior role or relevant experience in a senior management role in a large/global or fast growing organization
Experience outside market of operation will be an added advantage
Experience in building and maintaining strong relationships with senior level clients and key industry contacts
Leading private equity houses, major banks, and companies undertaking M&A on investment opportunities
Extensive experience in deep commercial insight into the attractiveness of a proposition, helping clients think through investment/divestment decisions about businesses
Expertise and aptitude with conducting quantitative and qualitative analyses in constructing integrated financial models, analyzing financial underperformance and related services
Experience in analytical skills acquired in a strategic / commercial role, in market and competitor analysis (market sizing, drivers and dynamics, competitive intensity etc), customer analysis and Internal analysis (strategic analysis, business model review, financial)
Experience of company / shareholder valuations and company / market research and analytics
Demonstrated extensive leadership and knowledge of delivering the breadth and depth of the consulting services to clients in restructuring situations
Demonstrated leadership skills and experience leading projects and diverse teams
Strong analytical and problem solving capabilities

Job Knowledge Requirements:
Specialist in Transactions consulting
Demonstrable industry working knowledge and expertise in at least one the following industries – Financial Services, Government Agencies, Consumer products and Telecommunication, Energy and Mining, Oil and Gas
Expertise in compliance and risk review procedures, business processes and internal controls

Job Related Skills and Competencies:
Excellent Business Development skills – Entrepreneurial and Commercial Thinking
Exceptional Presentation, Communication and Facilitation skills
Strong negotiation skills – Persuading and Influencing
Strong creativity and innovation skills
Exceptional Client Service – delivering results and meet client expectations
Ability to adapt and respond to change
Lead and Supervise teams and team activities
Decide and Initiate action to achieve key business results within area of responsibility
Excellent Relationship and Networking skills - Proven track record of dealing with senior client contacts
Understand and live the PwC values
Project Management skills - ability to manage across multiple and complex projects
Adaptable to working and engaging with multiple cultures across the PwC network and across client environment