Divestment Associate/Divestment Manager

Divestment Associate/Divestment Manager

Aquila Capital

Luxembourg or Madrid

Your responsibilities

• Conduct market and industry research to assess and benchmark potential divestment opportunities and continuously monitor broader market trends;
• Analyse financial statements, valuation models and other financial metrics to evaluate and structure potential divestments;
• Build, evaluate and stress test financial models;
• Prepare divestment memoranda and presentation materials to support divestment recommendations;
• Support the divestment due diligence process, including the identification and mitigation of key risks;
• Actively work with internal and external departments to ensure successful due diligence & divestment execution;
• Assist with the periodic valuation process;
• Provide ad-hoc analytical support to senior members of the team.

Your qualifications

• University degree in finance, economics, business or a related field or MBA. Additional qualifications (CFA, CA) highly appreciated;
• In-depth knowledge of best practices in financial modelling and continuous readiness for further training in this area;
• min. 4 years of professional experience in a private equity or M&A environment. Senior profiles are more than welcome to apply;
• Strong understanding of finance and investment principles, including financial modelling and valuation techniques;
• Committed interest in the energy transition and/or infrastructure core+ experience will be considered favourably;
• High attention to detail, strong analytical and interpersonal skills;
• Self-starter with an ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines;
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint;
• Fluent in English (written and verbal). Other foreign languages are an advantage.