M&A and LICENCING ANALYST

Our client is one of the leading international players in the field of innovative patient solutions and healthcare.

The company’s values are embedded in the organization and foster positive, dynamic and people-centered work environment that empowers individuals.

The company is truly committed to developing its strategies by enhancing skills and creating impactful roles, and in this specific phase of business growth the Corporate Strategy & Finance Department is looking for the:

M&A and LICENCING ANALYST

Main responsibilities

The position, part of an innovative and dynamic Corporate Strategy & Finance team, will contribute to the mission of fostering strategic partnerships with a global scope.

The BD Analyst will support the BD team in M&A/ Licensing activities (Scouting, Assessment and Deal negotiation) in the Early Stage Assets.

• Identifying the key Targets: Companies / Products / Assets;
• Focus on internal and external stakeholders’ network (i.e. building, expanding, consolidating and updating);
• Maintain and regularly update BD mapping and related platforms/tools;
• Support in the business cases preparation:
  • Tools & deliverables, Decks & Docs (presentations, models, etc.)
  • Business case – Economics / PPT
  • Termsheets / contracts understanding
• Support on Project & Team management: Projects planning/management, Data room management (IN/OUT), Due Diligence management/coordination (IN/OUT).

Candidate profile

• Master’s Degree in Economics or Engineering;
• Fluency in English; knowledge of other languages is an advantage is considered a plus;
• 3-5 years of related experience in the Pharma Business or in Consulting with direct exposure to financial processes, budgeting, planning/forecasting within the pharmaceutical sector;
• Deep understanding of the Pharma/BioTech competitive arena and market evolving scenarios [e.g Competitive landscape - market & pipeline];
• Ability to understand and actively contribute to the management of a Business Case
• Ability to conduct research and analyze data - Ability to analyze market trends and competitor behaviors;
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

Leadership & Human Skills

• Strong ability to balance strong strategic and analytical skills with relentless drive on execution;
• Ability to prioritize and apply critical reasoning;
• Significant interpersonal and communication skills, with collaborative and “can-do” attitude;
• Ability to build and maximize relationships/networking with cross-functional internal and strategic external stakeholders;

Location

Rome

• The position is smart working eligible
• Relocation allowance provided, if necessary