Assistant Manager – Mergers

2 weeks ago

Ras alKhaimah, Ra’s al Khaymah, United Arab Emirates RAK Ceramics Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

About the job

Who We Are

We help to create icons. We help to build marvels. Our products feature in some of the most iconic buildings in the world.

RAK Ceramics
is one of the largest ceramics brands globally, specializing in ceramic and gres porcelain wall and floor tiles, sanitaryware, faucets, and tableware. Headquartered in the United Arab Emirates, we serve clients in over
150 countries
through operational hubs in
Europe, the Middle East and North Africa, Asia, North & South America, and Australia
.

With over
12,000 employees from 40+ nationalities
, we are a truly global and diverse organization. RAK Ceramics is publicly listed on the
Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX)
and the
Dhaka Stock Exchange
.

The Role

The Assistant Manager – M&A and Corporate Strategy role is to support strategic initiatives that drive value creation and global growth. The purpose of this role is to contribute to the organization's long-term strategic objectives through active involvement in mergers and acquisitions, new business initiatives, business transformation and other key strategic projects.

What You Will Be Doing

  • Support the CDO and senior management in evaluating new business opportunities, digital initiatives, partnerships and M&A prospects.
  • Conduct financial analysis, valuations and business modeling to assess potential investments, acquisitions, and strategic projects.
  • Prepare board-level presentations, reports and dashboards summarizing key insights, recommendations, and business performance.
  • Assist in developing digital transformation strategies, identifying value creation opportunities, and tracking execution progress.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Finance, Strategy, Operations, IT, and Business Units) to analyze data, streamline processes, and assess ROI on digital and strategic initiatives.
  • Conduct market research, competitive benchmarking, and scenario analysis to support strategic decision-making.
  • Work on business analytics projects to derive insights from operational and financial data, improving visibility and performance tracking.

What We Are Looking For

Some of the key competencies required for the role include:

Functional

  • Strong understanding of valuation techniques, financial statements and key performance metrics.
  • Proven analytical, financial and execution capabilities.
  • Ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights and strategic recommendations.
  • Well-versed in valuation methodologies and financial due diligence.
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel for financial modeling.
  • Working knowledge of Power BI for data analysis and visualization.

Behavioral

  • Demonstrates strong attention to detail with excellent presentation and communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver within timelines.
  • Smart, confident and execution-focused professional with strong business acumen.
  • Comfortable interacting with senior stakeholders and presenting strategic insights.
  • Self-starter with the ability to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Our Ideal Match

  • 3–5 years of relevant experience in M&A and Corporate Strategy.
  • Preferred background in Big 4 firms, mid-sized consulting/advisory firms, or leading boutique investment firms.
  • Must hold a professional qualification such as Chartered Accountant (CA), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), or an MBA from a reputed Tier-1 or Tier-2 business school.
  • Proven experience in managing end-to-end M&A transactions, including project management and value creation initiatives.
  • Prior exposure to cross-border transactions or international strategic projects will be an added advantage.

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