VIE - M&A Corporate Development Analyst

Description de l'emploi

This position is a VIE (Volunteering for International Experience) is a French international mobility program that allows young professionals aged 18–28 to carry out a 6–18‑month assignment abroad.

Reporting directly to the Head of Strategy, Communications & M&A, you will support the development and execution of Equans North America's growth strategy across the United States and Canada.

This position offers a unique opportunity to participate in strategic planning, market analysis, acquisition screening, M&A execution.

You will work closely with operating companies, executive leadership and external advisors, while contributing to Equans' ambitious growth plans in North America.

1. Strategy & Market Intelligence• Monitor key market trends across the construction, energy services, industrial and technical services sectors.• Track competitive developments and strategic moves in the United States and Canada.• Prepare strategic presentations and market analyses for senior management.• Support the development of growth strategies across Equans North America.• Conduct industry research and benchmarking studies to identify opportunities trends.

2. M&A Screening & Origination• Support the active screening of acquisition opportunities across the US and Canada.• Maintain and develop target company databases and market maps.• Conduct preliminary assessments of potential acquisition targets, including strategic fit, market positioning and growth potential.• Participate in outreach and deal origination initiatives• Help identify new sectors, geographies and capabilities that support Equans' growth strategy.

3. Due Diligence & Transaction Execution• Support financial, commercial and strategic analyses of acquisition opportunities.• Coordinate due diligence workstreams with internal subject matter experts from finance, legal, tax, HR, IT, operations and HSE teams.• Interface with external advisors: lawyers, accounting firms, investment bankers• Track due diligence requests and manage information flows between stakeholders.• Assist in the preparation of transaction summaries and management reports.

4. Executive Committees & Decision-Making Support• Prepare investment committee presentations and supporting materials.• Assist in the development of acquisition business cases and valuation analyses.• Support the preparation of executive presentations for Equans North America and Equans Group leadership.