Senior Analyst, Mergers & Acquisitions

Lubrizol Corporation•Wickliffe, OH

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Senior Analyst, Mergers & Acquisitions, you'll be at the forefront of our growth, driving business decisions through your analytical insights. You'll collaborate with a diverse group of passionate individuals to deliver sustainable solutions to advance mobility, improve wellbeing, and enhance modern life. In this role, you will focus on: Strategic Support & Pipeline Development Support the M&A team in identifying, screening, and prioritizing potential acquisition and partnership opportunities aligned with Lubrizol’s long-term strategic objectives. Conduct industry, market, and competitive analysis to inform strategic insights and deal origination. Collaborate with business unit leaders and external advisors to build and maintain a high-quality pipeline of potential targets. Financial Analysis & Valuation Develop comprehensive financial models, including DCF valuations, scenario analyses, and financial projections to assess strategic fits and value creation. Support financial and operational due diligence, integrating findings into deal recommendations. Support preparation of materials for senior management and board-level reviews, articulating the financial and strategic rationale for transactions. Transaction Execution Partner with internal stakeholders and external advisors to support the end-to-end deal process. Coordinate data gathering, due diligence workstreams, and transaction documentation. Support negotiation preparation and assist in drafting key deal summaries and integration plans. Integration & Post-Deal Activities Participate/Support in the development and execution of post-merger integration plans to ensure value capture and seamless transition. Track performance of acquired entities and assist in identifying lessons learned and best practices for future transactions. Corporate Strategy & Business Development Support strategic planning initiatives and market assessments across Lubrizol's business units. Conduct competitive intelligence and industry trend analysis to identify emerging risks, opportunities, and growth avenues. Evaluate strategic growth alternatives, including organic investments, partnerships, joint ventures, venture investments, acquisitions, and divestitures. Maintain market, valuation, and transaction databases to support investment decision-making. Support development of executive and board-level analyses related to growth strategy, capital allocation, and portfolio optimization. Contribute to continuous improvement of M&A processes, tools, templates, and training materials.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business, or related field.
3+ years of business experience including at least 1 year in investment banking, corporate development, management consulting, corporate finance, or related area.
Strong analytical, financial modeling, and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
Demonstrated ability to synthesize qualitative and quantitative data into actionable recommendations.
Ability to communicate effectively with senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

Industry experience in chemicals, industrials, or advanced/engineered materials.

Responsibilities

Support the M&A team in identifying, screening, and prioritizing potential acquisition and partnership opportunities aligned with Lubrizol’s long-term strategic objectives.
Conduct industry, market, and competitive analysis to inform strategic insights and deal origination.
Collaborate with business unit leaders and external advisors to build and maintain a high-quality pipeline of potential targets.
Develop comprehensive financial models, including DCF valuations, scenario analyses, and financial projections to assess strategic fits and value creation.
Support financial and operational due diligence, integrating findings into deal recommendations.
Support preparation of materials for senior management and board-level reviews, articulating the financial and strategic rationale for transactions.
Partner with internal stakeholders and external advisors to support the end-to-end deal process.
Coordinate data gathering, due diligence workstreams, and transaction documentation.
Support negotiation preparation and assist in drafting key deal summaries and integration plans.
Participate/Support in the development and execution of post-merger integration plans to ensure value capture and seamless transition.
Track performance of acquired entities and assist in identifying lessons learned and best practices for future transactions.
Support strategic planning initiatives and market assessments across Lubrizol's business units.
Conduct competitive intelligence and industry trend analysis to identify emerging risks, opportunities, and growth avenues.
Evaluate strategic growth alternatives, including organic investments, partnerships, joint ventures, venture investments, acquisitions, and divestitures.
Maintain market, valuation, and transaction databases to support investment decision-making.
Support development of executive and board-level analyses related to growth strategy, capital allocation, and portfolio optimization.
Contribute to continuous improvement of M&A processes, tools, templates, and training materials.