Dubai, United Arab Emirates
• Conducting comprehensive industry research and financial analysis to support M&A transactions, including due diligence processes, market assessments, and valuation modeling. • Assisting in the preparation of pitch decks, presentations, and confidential information memorandums (CIMs) for potential M&A deals, contributing to effective communication with clients and stakeholders. • Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, including finance, legal, and strategy, to facilitate smooth execution of M&A transactions, gaining exposure to the end-to-end deal lifecycle and enhancing teamwork and project management skills.
• Strategy/expansion studies for a leading UAE Bank. • Analyzed the target markets to understand demographics, economic trends, regulatory environment, and competition. • Evaluated potential risks and challenges associated with the expansion, including regulatory compliance, political stability, and economic risks. • Identified and defined the bank's target customer segments in the new market and developing strategies to attract and retain them.