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Company Description
Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, create marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software. We also assist millions of people to accomplish their financial goals and help them save time and money.
We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agribusiness, insurance, and many more industry segments.
We invest in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data. As a FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 22,500 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland. Learn more at experianplc.com.
Job Description
As a leader for inorganic growth of Experian’s Financial Services & Data business, the Director, M&A will lead and deliver inorganic growth, expansion and continued market leadership of Experian’s B2B business. You will focus on mergers and acquisitions, strategic investments, market expansion opportunities and post-M&A integration and execution – a high-profile role with importance for you. You will report to the SVP, Business Ventures and Partnerships.
What you will do:
- Create inorganic investment and M&A, including sourcing, pipeline creation, pipeline management and strategic assessments, from POCs to grow
- Cultivate with prospects, founders and the investor community, and vetting external companies for investment and M&A consideration and insights
- Determine strategic fit with companies for FSD, with an eye towards industry trends, new spaces, main growth areas and expansion opportunities for Experian
- Perform financial modeling, prepare business and investment cases, and articulate detailed strategic fit/market view with compelling rationale for executive management
- Be the champion of “the why” for an M&A or investment prospect within Experian, and a stellar representative in the industry for Experian
- In collaboration with teams, help promote strong product outcomes and strategic growth with external prospects – from POCs to grow
- Conduct due diligence with a critical lens, and lead the integration of successful acquisition candidates
- Additional related work (including related strategic plans), on an as-needed basis
Qualifications
What you bring:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Business or related fields.
- 5+ years of experience in mergers and acquisitions
- Experience in related areas such as corp dev, strategic growth, ventures, management consulting, product/product improvement
- Ability to travel up to 25% of the time
- Analytical and financial modeling experience
- Connected and networked within the industry, investor community, startup founders, and able to develop external partners/prospects for “win win” outcomes
- Experience presenting to internal and external audiences, and influence to the best outcomes
- Desire for ownership and impactful work
- Management skills, including managing pipelines, relationships, milestones, timelines, and driving progress in collaboration within our teams
- Subject matter expertise in FSD business domains a bonus
Benefits/Perks:
- Great compensation package and bonus plan
- Core benefits include full medical, dental, vision, and a matching 401K
- Flexible work environment, ability to work fully remote, hybrid, or in-office #LI-Remote
- Flexible time off, including volunteer time off, vacation, sick, and 12 paid holidays
Additional Information
Our uniqueness is that we celebrate yours. Experian’s culture and people are important differentiators. We take our people agenda very seriously and focus on what matters; DEI, work/life balance, development, authenticity, collaboration, wellness, reward & recognition, volunteering… the list goes on. Experian’s people first approach is award-winning; World’s Best Workplaces™ 2024 (Fortune Top 25), Great Place To Work™ in 24 countries, and Glassdoor Best Places to Work 2024 to name a few. Check out Experian Life on social or our Careers Site to understand why.
Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Innovation is an important part of Experian’s DNA and practices, and our diverse workforce drives our success. Everyone can succeed at Experian and bring their whole self to work, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, religion, colour, sexuality, physical ability or age. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.
