Strategy Analyst
About The Position
In this highly visible and dynamic role, the Strategy Analyst will work on special projects that support Vistra's Chief Strategy & Sustainability Officer. Vistra's Strategy and M&A team is responsible for originating, valuing, and investment strategy, and evaluating emerging technologies in the innovation executing potential M&A opportunities, evaluating corporate strategic initiatives, coordinating n and venture capital space. Key Accountabilities In this position, the candidate will be required to: Coordinate/orchestrate projects and commitments directly involving Vistra's Chief Strategy & Sustainability Officer and SVP, Corporate Strategy Develop ad hoc reports / presentations to meet evolving needs Strong grasp of financial statements and valuation analysis Build and develop financial valuation models for evaluation of M&A, strategic, and innovation opportunities Assist in the evaluation of potential M&A deals, gathering information and preparing materials for senior leadership review Coordinate teams of subject matter experts for diligence and execution of M&A, strategy, and innovation-related projects Support the creation of industry benchmarking tools Conduct industry analysis and research Excellent communication and relationship building skills, and collaborative work approach from peer level up to executives Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
- 4-7 years of experience in industry (corporate development / strategy, investment banking, management consulting, private equity / venture capital, or related fields)
- Experience gained through direct involvement in corporate strategy and/or M&A transaction execution with cross-functional coordination (incl. financial analysis, due diligence, project coordination, etc.)
- Experience with financial analysis and building valuation models
- Experience working and coordinating cross-functional teams for diligence and project execution
- Experience gained through college degree programs and/or certifications applicable to above skills
- Strong writing skills and expertise at summarizing quantitative data and strategic considerations in charts and graphics
- Adapts well to change and meets commitments in a deadline-driven environment with multiple competing priorities
- Experience with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word preferable
- Knowledge of the energy industry (power and gas) preferable
- Minimum education is HS Diploma or equivalency
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word preferable
- Knowledge of the energy industry (power and gas) preferable
Responsibilities
- Coordinate/orchestrate projects and commitments directly involving Vistra's Chief Strategy & Sustainability Officer and SVP, Corporate Strategy
- Develop ad hoc reports / presentations to meet evolving needs
- Strong grasp of financial statements and valuation analysis
- Build and develop financial valuation models for evaluation of M&A, strategic, and innovation opportunities
- Assist in the evaluation of potential M&A deals, gathering information and preparing materials for senior leadership review
- Coordinate teams of subject matter experts for diligence and execution of M&A, strategy, and innovation-related projects
- Support the creation of industry benchmarking tools
- Conduct industry analysis and research
- Excellent communication and relationship building skills, and collaborative work approach from peer level up to executives
- Perform other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Utilities
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
