AVP, Finance M&A
About The Position
For over a century, L'Oréal has stood as the undisputed global leader in beauty, driven by an unwavering commitment to innovation, scientific excellence, and a singular purpose: to offer the best of beauty to every person around the world. Our success is built on a dynamic blend of organic growth and a meticulously curated acquisition strategy that has forged the industry's richest and most diverse portfolio of iconic brands. As an AVP, Mergers & Acquisitions at our strategic Hudson Yards headquarters, you won't just join a team; you'll become a vital architect of L'Oréal's future growth. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in identifying, evaluating, and executing high-impact acquisition and investment opportunities across North America, directly contributing to our long-term performance and global leadership. This highly visible and influential role places you at the forefront of L'Oréal's strategic expansion. You will be instrumental in driving complex M&A and investment projects from inception to integration, working collaboratively with diverse functions across our global enterprise. Your expertise will directly shape our portfolio and market presence.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, or Accounting.
- A minimum of 10 years of progressive professional experience, with at least 6 years specifically within an M&A group at a top-tier investment bank, leading professional services firm, or within a corporate strategic M&A function.
- Exceptional analytical rigor, coupled with superior communication, presentation, and organizational skills.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail, adaptable mindset, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and evolving environment.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience within the consumer goods sector is a significant advantage.
- MBA, CPA or CFA designation is a strong plus.
Responsibilities
- Strategic Project Leadership: Provide leadership from initial screening through successful closing on potential acquisition and minority investment projects.
- Valuation & Financial Modeling: Develop and refine sophisticated financial models, including discounted cash flow (DCF) analyses and valuation multiples, to prepare compelling non-binding offers.
- End-to-End Due Diligence Management: Coordinate and lead comprehensive internal due diligence efforts across all critical functions (legal, tax, operations, IT, HR, R&D), Bankers/advisory firms, and potential sellers/buyers. Drive meticulous financial due diligence in close collaboration with external advisors to uncover key insights and risks.
- Executive Insights & Reporting: Synthesize complex diligence findings into clear, concise, and impactful management reports, providing executive leadership with actionable intelligence for strategic decision-making. Prepare Senior Management / Board of Director presentations for potential acquisition and investment.
- Deal Structuring & Negotiation Support: Collaborate intimately with legal and tax departments to craft optimal deal structures, analyzing the financial, economic, and operational implications of acquisition and investment contracts.
- Transaction Execution & Closing: Manage all facets of transaction execution, ensuring seamless closing processes.
- Post-Acquisition Integration & Monitoring: Drive the initial coordination of post-acquisition integration strategies and establish robust monitoring frameworks to ensure successful value realization.
Benefits
- Career Growth: L'Oréal offers unparalleled opportunities for professional development and advancement within a diverse and inclusive global organization.
- Culture of Excellence: Collaborate with a team of highly talented and passionate professionals dedicated to pushing boundaries and achieving exceptional results.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Chemical Manufacturing
