Job Description
We’re looking for a Senior Manager, Corporate Finance - Business Integration to join us in London.The Senior Manager, Corporate Finance - Business Integration plays an important co-ordination and support role in Merger, Acquisition and Venture activity in the Liberty Global ecosystem. This is achieved through playing role in various key transaction workstreams, whilst supporting others. From an Integration/Separation perspective, the Senior Manager will be responsible for assisting in the co-ordination and analysis of operations and affiliates within the Liberty Global portfolio, leveraging the expertise of central services.What will you be doing? M&A TransactionsDevelop detailed financial models to analyze the impact of the transaction on key financial metricsSupport the Financial Due Diligence process, either assisting third party service providers to complete their assignments or coordinating/completing due diligence analysis directlyResponsible for coordinating/supporting analysis of Synergies / Dis-synergies based on bottom up analysis backed by LG benchmarksLead aspects of synergy estimation and manage coordination with relevant Strategy team personnel to ensure these are accurately reflected in the business planDuring the diligence phase, support the cost synergy validation process Work with Strategy and/or Corporate Development to constructively challenge key business plan assumptions to ensure plans are stress testedWork with M&A and Strategy to ensure key finance inputs such as Tax, Treasury, Working Capital and Accounting are incorporated into acquisition plans through engagement of relevant subject matter expertsWork with M&A, Legal and subject matter experts to create and cost MSA/TSA agreements in relation to Liberty Global Corporate ServicesPreparation of briefing materials for Senior Finance management on key topics and status of M&A transactionsOversee certain transaction related tasks allocated to more junior membersIntegration/SeparationCo-ordinate/support the creation of a standardized CAR approach for the evaluation and performance monitoring of all acquisition plansPost signing, play a supporting role in the integration planning process with a strong focus on synergy delivery and Day 1 readinessPost signing, play a lead role in coordinating any separation program activity, ensuring progress is tracked and key milestones are achievedPost closure, support synergy realization and coordinate/provide analysis of targeted versus achieved synergy resultsSupport local teams in the delivery of integration plans across LG affiliatesSupport the coordination of post-acquisition integration in conjunction with various LG groupsOversee certain integration related tasks allocated to more junior members of staff (analysts, graduates)VenturesAssist Senior Finance leaders with building better relations between Liberty Global and our diverse portfolio of venturesAssisting in the analysis of current and prospective portfolio investments, specifically alignment to LG Finance Standards and PrinciplesCoordinate the creation of value adding corporate service offerings to ventures/affiliates through engagement with relevant Liberty Global subject matter expertsAssist ventures with ad hoc project requirements e.g. business plan reviewsWe tend to look for people with: Proven M&A and Integration experienceProven financial modelling skills: able to create and maintain sophisticated financial models to support various business initiatives and investment strategiesAble to work across numerous departments to achieve a common goal, with a track record of making a positive impact Excellent analytical skills with strong attention to detail, whilst maintaining big picture perspectiveExperience managing a high performing teamExcellent presentation skills and stakeholder engagement ability Finance qualification (desirable but not essential) What’s in it for you? Competitive salary + bonus 25 days annual leave with the option to purchase 5 more Access to wellbeing and mental health benefits such as the Calm app, personal medical, critical illness cover and dental insurance Matched pension contribution up to 10% Access to our car benefit scheme Access to our online learning platform to continue to develop and grow your career with us The chance to join an innovative, fast-paced and passionate team We’re building Tomorrow’s Connections Today, bringing people together through the power of our technology. Liberty Global is a world leader in converged broadband, video and mobile communications and an active investor in cutting-edge infrastructure, content and technology ventures. With our investments in fibre-based and 5G networks we play a vital role in society, currently providing over 85 million fixed and mobile connections and rolling out the next generation of products and services, while readying our networks for 10 Gbps and beyond. We’re creating national champions, combining the best broadband and mobile networks under brands such as Virgin Media-02 in the UK, VodafoneZiggo in The Netherlands, Telenet in Belgium, Sunrise in Switzerland, Virgin Media in Ireland and UPC in Slovakia. Liberty Global Ventures, our global investment arm, has a portfolio of more than 75 companies and funds across content, technology and infrastructure, including strategic stakes in ITV, Univision, Plume, Lionsgate and the Formula E racing series. Our scale enables us to transfer knowledge and expertise across our operations and investments, creating a dynamic family of brands united in the pursuit of innovation and excellence. And we’re prioritising diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplace and communities, while reducing our impact on the environment. We are using technology as a force for good; for our people, our partners and the planet. Liberty Global is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for our people. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process. We’re 100% committed to having a workforce that represents every part of our society. So we’re keen to hear from candidates of all background and circumstances.