Senior Financial Analyst - Aldar Education

Job DescriptionAldar Education is currently seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to support our growing family of owned and operated schools in the UAE. This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family of schools and to help shape the future of Abu Dhabi’s leading school group.As the leading education group in Abu Dhabi, we provide inclusive and innovative learning that inspires and empowers communities. We offer a range of brands for all learners in our community, from nursery through to adult education. We offer the broadest choice of curricula. In the largest number of locations in Abu Dhabi.Starting with one school and 250 students in 2007, Aldar Education has grown into a highly sought after education provider, now supporting over 38,000 students in 31 schools and a growing network of almost 5,000 educators, with over 100 nationalities, offering a wide range of curricula and ancillary services such as a Teacher Training Academy.Working collaboratively, our education network’s purpose is to empower the next generation to shape our future, directly supporting the educational goals of Abu Dhabi’s government. Today, Aldar Education’s efforts are guided by the Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030 plan, which aims to build a sustainable knowledge-based economy through premium education.The incumbent will continuously strive to exceed internal & external customer expectations while embracing the Aldar Education Core Values.ResponsibilitiesMain DutiesResearch and analyze potential investment opportunities.Conduct thorough due diligence on potential investments.Collaborate with management teams to develop and refine 5 year business plan.Identify and assess risks associated with investment opportunities and develop risk mitigation strategies.Specific DutiesSupport the internal due diligence of M&A transactions, prepare financial models, and perform sensitivity & scenario analysis for growth opportunities.Develop and maintain feasibility study models and work closely with department heads to align on operating assumptions. Support in the development of 5-years business planning process.Support in preparation of investment committee and board packs. Support in market research studies and development of growth plan.Provide strategic insights and recommendations to senior management based on financial analysis and market research. This may involve identifying growth opportunities, optimizing capital allocation, and supporting strategic decision-making.Provide input to key macro-economic data such as market benchmarks, and demographic statistics, that are used as regular inputs to feasibility, studies, and business plan.Work with external financial due diligence, commercial due diligence, and legal due diligence teams for completion of M&A transactions. Support preparation of transaction documents including the sale and purchase agreement, shareholder agreement, disclosure and bid letter.Any additional investment or strategy-related tasks as assigned by the management.QualificationsMinimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or engineeringMBA in Finance / CFA preferredMinimum ExperienceMinimum 3+ years of relevant Finance experienceExperience in Education sector is an added advantageExperience in Transaction Advisory / Deals is desirableJob Specific Knowledge & Skills Advanced excel skills with proven financial modelling experienceExcellent analytical capabilities and hands-on experience in MS Office presentationsGood English communication skills are essentialAbility to liaise effectively business functions to collect input required for analysisAbility to be detail focused whilst maintaining sight of the big pictureDeadline oriented and take ownership of workOrganized & capable of managing multiple complex projects in a rapidly changing, fast paced environment Excellent interpersonal skillsAldar Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references and police clearance. ­­­­­­­­